Manager Maternal Child Health

• Newly created role
• Bring dynamic people leadership in a complex, fast changing environment
• Drive positive culture and play a pivotal role in a service review

About the role

Reporting to the Director City Life, the Manager, Maternal Child Health will be responsible for leading the strategic approach to the provision, development and growth of the Maternal Child Health (MCH) Service within the Melton municipality.

Leading a large team, it will be imperative to promote a positive culture and ensure the MCH Unit complies with statutory and legal requirements, especially in the area of risk management, occupational health and safety, equal opportunity and compliance.

About you 

We are seeking an inspirational people leader with a strategic mindset who has thorough knowledge of legislation, regulations and standards relating to MCH services. You will have a strong background in local government or healthcare with significant experience in risk and compliance.

The Organisation

As one of Australia’s fastest growing municipalities, the City of Melton is an exciting place to work. The Council employs over 850 people in a diverse range of fields, and is proud to support staff career development, provide training and leadership opportunities, and foster work/life balance. It is home to more than 185,000 residents and each week 58 babies being born and over 72 new families are moving into the municipality.

City of Melton invest in innovation, offering professional and personal development, and generous leave and flexibility to staff, while also fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture.

The Council acknowledges the Traditional Owner Groups, the Bunurong People, the Wurundjeri People and the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nations.

Application closing date: 1 October 2023

For more information visit: https://www.melton.vic.gov.au/Home

To apply – Please click on ‘APPLY NOW’ using reference MCCmch0923, addressing your cover letter and resume to Katie Hooker, of Fisher Leadership, or call 1300 347 437 for further information.