Chief Operating Officer Full-time Job

Opportunity to Lead and Transform New Zealand's Largest Private Hospital Network

Southern Cross Healthcare, New Zealand's largest private healthcare organization, is seeking a dynamic Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead and optimize its network of 10 wholly owned hospitals. This is a unique opportunity to empower hospital leaders, drive sustainable growth, and enhance efficiencies across the portfolio.

About Southern Cross Healthcare

Southern Cross Healthcare is a part of the Southern Cross group of businesses committed to achieving better health outcomes for New Zealanders. With over 3,000 employees nationwide, the organization focuses on healthcare delivery, including hospitals, specialist centers, rehabilitation facilities, and workplace wellness programs.

Role Overview

The COO - Wholly Owned Hospitals will collaborate closely with hospital General Managers to enhance operational efficiencies and patient outcomes. Reporting to the Group Chief Operating Officer, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving sustainable growth and fostering a unified approach to providing high-quality healthcare services.

Key Responsibilities

• Optimize the performance of the hospital network
• Empower hospital leaders to drive growth and efficiencies
• Enhance commercial and leadership capabilities across the network
• Lead operational improvements to ensure sustainable outcomes
• Build strong relationships and partnerships with stakeholders

Qualifications and Skills

The ideal candidate for this role will possess:

• Proven experience in running multi-site clinical operations
• Demonstrated leadership in developing high-performing operations teams
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
• Track record of driving operational improvements and efficiencies
• Financial acumen in managing revenue, costs, and project funding
• Ability to foster collaboration and enterprise mindset across a clinical network
• Customer-centric and proactive problem-solving approach

Join a Leading Healthcare Organization

This is an exciting time to join Southern Cross Healthcare as they revolutionize New Zealand's private health sector. To express your interest in this transformative role, please submit your CV to cv@seqelpartners.com quoting reference number 1032. Don't miss the opportunity to be part of a respected organization driving growth and positive change in the healthcare industry.

Apply Now

If you are ready to take on this leadership role in Auckland Central and contribute to shaping the future of private healthcare in New Zealand, send your resume and cover letter to cv@seqelpartners.com.