Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $142,828 - $142,828
Grade: Grade not specified
Occupation: Medicine, nursing and midwifery
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: 6600
At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.
YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE
At Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, we offer the most advanced cancer care and research in the world. Every day, we push the boundaries of innovation, and the people we care for inspire us to do even more. As a global leader in cancer treatment, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional, compassionate care to those facing a cancer diagnosis. If you are a seasoned Nurse Unit Manager passionate about leading high-performing teams and transforming patient care, we invite you to join us at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre.
We are currently seeking an experienced Nurse Unit Manager to lead our Medical Oncology Ward (Ward 3A), an acute 32-bed inpatient unit dedicated to the care of patients with complex medical oncology needs. This is an extraordinary opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of patients with diverse cancers, ranging from head, neck, lung, bone and soft tissue, genitourinary system, gastrointestinal system, neurological system, and skin cancers. Ward 3A provides inpatient cancer care to Adolescent and Young Adult patients as well as supports occasional inpatient care of paediatric patients.
About the Role:
As the Nurse Unit Manager on Ward 3A, you'll play a vital leadership role within an exceptional multidisciplinary team, overseeing the delivery of top-tier care to patients throughout their cancer journey. From diagnosis to treatment, symptom management, and end-of-life care, you’ll be at the forefront of patient care, leading a team that’s committed to excellence. In this exciting and fast-paced environment, no two days are the same, and every moment counts.
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How to Apply:
This is your chance to make a real impact. If you're ready to join a world-class institution and lead a team that’s shaping the future of cancer care, we want to hear from you. Please submit a covering letter and CV outlining your experience, leadership strengths, and passion for oncology care.
Hiring Manager: Doris Vella - Operations Director - Medical Oncology
Contact Number: 855 95310
Applications Close: 12 December 2025
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Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC
Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.