Clinical Midwife Manager, Birthing and Assessment Womens Healthat Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Counties Manukau -
We continue to work with others to achieve equity in key health indicators for Maaori, Pacific and communities with health disparities and will continue to develop and implement plans, based on local needs to improve the health and wellbeing of Counties Manukau region.
Our main sites are Middlemore Hospital, Kidz First Hospital and Manukau Health Park.We are part of Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora, the overarching organisation for New Zealands national health service. HNZ leads the day-to-day running of the health system, with functions delivered at local, district, regional and national levels.
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Maaori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
About the Role:Our Birthing and Assessment Unit is looking for a senior midwife to join the team as a Clinical Midwife Manager.This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a dedicated midwife who is committed to providing high-quality maternity care and ensuring the best possible outcomes for women and their whaanau.As a Clinical Midwife Manager, you will provide expert clinical leadership and direction, ensuring the effective day-to-day management of maternity services.
You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, supporting midwives, nurses, and healthcare assistants in delivering exceptional care.Key Responsibilities:Lead and manage the team to ensure safe and high-quality maternity care.Support and mentor midwives, nurses, and healthcare assistants in clinical practice and professional development.Oversee bed management, staffing allocation, and resource planning in collaboration with Midwifery Managers.Ensure compliance with New Zealand Midwifery and Ministry of Health standards.Promote a culture of continuous quality improvement, audit, and risk management.Work in partnership with Lead Maternity Carers and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive maternity care.Actively contribute to Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles in maternity care, ensuring equitable health outcomes for Māori women and their whaanau.Support the implementation of health and safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.About You:NZ Registered Midwife with a current Annual Practicing Certificate.5+ years recent clinical experience in a secondary/tertiary birthing facility.Demonstrated understanding of the New Zealand Maternity Model of Care and Section 88.Proven leadership experience - ability to lead and coordinate a team.Why Join Us?Work in a dynamic and supportive environment with a highly skilled team.Be part of an organization dedicated to excellence in maternity care.Opportunity for professional development and career progression.Apply online at https://careers.tewhatuora.govt.nz/locations/counties-manukau/ If you have any questions, please contact Midwife Manager Juliette Wotton on juliette.wotton@tewhatuora.govt.nz or Fran Upoko in the Recruitment Team at nursemidwifejobs@middlemore.co.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.Job Number: CMH202616347Application Closes: 30 January 2026