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Midwifery Unit Manager
Warwick
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Midwifery |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 7 |
| Workplace Location | Darling Downs - Maranoa,Toowoomba region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/DD2607687043 |
| Closing date | 30-Jul-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Belinda Johnson |
| Contact details | (07) 4660 3910 Access the National Relay Service |
What your day could look like
As a Midwifery Unit Manager, you'll play a key role in ensuring women and families receive safe, evidence-based and person-centred care. Working alongside multidisciplinary teams, you'll lead service delivery, support your workforce and help shape the future of maternity care in the region.
Every day, you'll contribute by:
- Leading a high-performing midwifery team to deliver exceptional care and positive experiences for women and families
- Driving quality improvement initiatives that strengthen safety, clinical outcomes and service excellence
- Partnering with staff, consumers and stakeholders to enhance maternity services and care pathways
- Supporting workforce development through coaching, mentoring and a culture of continuous learning
Let's talk about you!
You're an experienced midwife and authentic leader who brings confidence, compassion and sound judgement to every situation. You know how to create an environment where both women and staff feel supported, respected and empowered. You'll take pride in influencing meaningful improvements that help families achieve the best possible start to their parenting journey.
Here's what will help you thrive in this role:
- Registration or eligibility for registration as a Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
- Advanced experience in contemporary midwifery practice and maternity service delivery
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage people, resources and change
- A collaborative approach focused on quality, safety and continuous improvement
You'll stand out from the crowd if you have leadership experience in a rural setting and/or postgraduate qualifications in Midwifery, Health Administration or Management.
Above all, you'll bring compassion, integrity, dignity, innovation and courage to every interaction.
Help shape maternity services that support healthier families and stronger communities.
Why Join Darling Downs Health?
At Darling Downs Health, we care for over 300,000 people across our expansive region. No matter where you live in our region, from Taroom in the north to Texas in the south, our purpose is to ensure accessible and sustainable care. It's complex, challenging work that makes a real difference – and the career possibilities are endless.
Whether you're a doctor, nurse, allied health professional, facilities team member, or administrator, you'll see your impact firsthand. Here, you'll find opportunities that simply don't exist elsewhere: the chance to lead initiatives, develop specialties, and embrace responsibilities that would take years to access in larger health services.
Darling Downs Health is where you can step up sooner, grow faster, and help shape the future of care across our region.
Your career at Darling Downs Health also comes with meaningful rewards:
- Maximise your take‑home pay with salary packaging and generous leave entitlements
- Enjoy flexible work arrangements that support balance and variety
- Access professional development funding, study leave and clear career pathways
- Be part of a diverse and inclusive culture that values learning and collaboration.
- Take care of your wellbeing with EAP access, private health insurance discounts and the Fitness Passport.
For a full list of benefits, visit: Darling Downs Health Benefits
Your future is here. Where are you?
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and grow your career in a place that values people and purpose, we'd love to hear from you.
Click “Apply Now” to submit your application and upload the requested documents.
Find out more about us!
Visit our careers site to learn more about working with Darling Downs Health:
www.health.qld.gov.au/darlingdowns
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Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
We’re building a welcoming, inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected and supported.
Before you apply, please take a moment to read the attached documents to learn about the role and process.
Documents
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