Team Leader Infection Preventionat Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitematā -
Working closely with the Clinical Lead for Infection Services, you will lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of infection prevention programmes, ensuring alignment with New Zealand Health and Disability Sector Standards.In this role, you will work across North Shore and Waitākere Hospitals, while also providing oversight to other Waitematā sites and community services.
This is a unique opportunity to influence system-wide practices, respond to emerging infection risks, and support high-quality, safe care for patients and staff.About the Team/Service/ LocationOur Infection Prevention and Control team is a highly skilled group of nurses dedicated to delivering best practice infection prevention strategies across hospital and community settings.
The service plays a critical role in ensuring patient safety and supporting clinical teams across the district.About youAs an experienced Infection Prevention professional and Registered Nurse, you will bring strong leadership capability and specialist expertise to this role, along with a collaborative and adaptable approach.Registered Nurse with a current New Zealand practising certificate5+ years specialist clinical experience in Infection preventionDiploma or certification in Infection Control and EpidemiologyDemonstrated operational leadership experience in a healthcare settingStrong organisational, communication, and stakeholder engagement skillsAbility to work flexibly across multiple sites and manage competing prioritiesStrong analytical capability, including experience working with clinical data trends and surveillance systemsYou will combine clinical credibility with sound organisational skills and a collaborative leadership style, fostering a supportive, family-friendly team environment while driving service excellence and continuous improvement.Please click here for a copy of the position descriptionWorking at Health New ZealandHealth 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyTo apply please click apply now.All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 22 April 2026. Position reference number WDHB21224We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.