Service Manager | Core Services

weekHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the

principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system

that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

Canterbury Health Laboratories (CHL) is the largest

medical laboratory in the South Island, serving a population of

around 600,000 locally and up to 1.2 million regionally.

We also

provide national and international testing services for selected

specialties.

We are seeking an experienced and inspiring Service Manager

' Core Services to join our leadership team.

Core Services encompasses Specimen

Reception, the Ashburton Laboratory, Automated Chemistry, Blood Test Centres

and Haematology.

In this key position, you will provide strategic and operational leadership

across the services under your care, working in close partnership with the

Clinical Director and Divisional Lead.

You will lead by example, demonstrating the values of

manaakitanga (respect, generosity, care) and empowering teams to deliver

high-quality, sustainable services that meet the needs of our communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop high-performing teams
• Oversee daily operations and service delivery
• Manage budgets, reporting, and resource planning
• Foster stakeholder relationships and

environmental stewardship

• Drive innovation and continuous improvementAbout you

To be eligible for the role of Service Manager - Core

Services, you should possess :

Essential

• Proven leadership and strategic planning
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and

influencing skills

• Change management and project coordination
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and inclusive

practice

• Knowledge of NZ healthcare policyDesired
• 5'7 years' leadership in health or lab settings
• Experience in IANZ-accredited labs
• Registered Medical Laboratory Scientist
• Tertiary qualification in business, management, or related fieldWorking at Health New Zealand

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

Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click 'apply now.'

All applications

must be submitted through our online career's portal.

If you have any

questions about the role, please contact Kerri McCarthy at

We will review applications as received and may proceed

with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.