Wellways is committed to reconciliation, lived experience and inclusivity. We strongly encourage and warmly welcome people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with a lived experience of mental health and disability and people who identify as LGBTIQA+ to apply. Even if you only meet some of the criteria, we’d love to hear from you 

• Rewarding leadership opportunity to help transform mental health and wellbeing support across Southern NSW 

• Lead a multidisciplinary team, building a values-driven culture that is compassionate, inclusive, and connected to the community 

• Permanent, full-time opportunity with access to salary packaging benefits and annual leave loading 

About Us 
At Wellways, we work alongside people, families and communities to create an inclusive society where everyone can imagine and achieve their best life. Our people are the heart of everything we do and we are committed to supporting their safety, health and wellbeing every day. 

About the Opportunity 

As Senior Manager Southern NSW, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across a diverse portfolio spanning metropolitan, regional and rural communities across NSW. You will translate organisational priorities into strong service, people and community outcomes, ensuring services respond to local needs. 
 

Reporting to the General Manager, you will be a highly visible and connected leader, building trusted relationships across your geographic area and representing Wellways with key stakeholders, community partners and local networks. You will lead across services spanning Wagga Wagga, Griffith, Young, Deniliquin, Albury, Wollongong, Canberra, Shepparton and Ballarat, fostering connection, collaboration and shared purpose across a geographically dispersed portfolio. 
 

This is an opportunity to lead with purpose and make a meaningful difference across a diverse region. You will have the privilege of bringing Wellways’ strategy to life in local communities, shaping service excellence and participant outcomes, strengthening partnerships and identifying opportunities for service development and growth. You will champion lived and living experience, co-production and participant voice, while providing values-led leadership through change and transformation. 

With stewardship of financial performance, governance, risk and resources, you will create the conditions for sustainable, high-quality services and a culture of accountability, wellbeing, innovation and continuous improvement. 
 

You can be based at any of the service locations across the region, with applicants based in or close to Murrumbidgee or South Coast particularly encouraged to apply. Regular travel and a strong presence across the region are essential to building trusted relationships, supporting leaders and maintaining connection with local communities, participants and services. 
 

About You 

You are an experienced, values-led leader who combines strategic thinking with strong operational focus. You bring a proven track record of leading complex services, programs and portfolios, developing high-performing leaders and teams, and building trusted partnerships that deliver positive outcomes for participants, communities and the organisation. 
 

You are confident leading large, geographically dispersed portfolios, creating connection and shared purpose across metropolitan, regional and rural communities while balancing local needs with organisational priorities. You understand the importance of visible and connected leadership, building strong relationships across a dispersed workforce and ensuring teams feel part of one Wellways team. 
 

You bring demonstrated experience translating strategy into action, driving service improvement and identifying opportunities for business development, growth and innovation. You build effective partnerships with government, community and sector stakeholders and use strong communication, influence and collaboration to strengthen outcomes and community impact. 
 

Your leadership approach is grounded in participant-centred practice, inclusion, cultural safety and the meaningful integration of lived and living experience. You stay connected to community needs, to ensure Wellways continues to respond to changing environments. You create spaces where people feel valued, supported and empowered, with diverse perspectives contributing to stronger decision-making and service delivery. 
 

You bring strong financial stewardship, with experience managing budgets, resources and performance to support organisational priorities and sustainable outcomes. Above all, you demonstrate a genuine commitment to Wellways’ values and purpose, leading with compassion, inclusivity and a deep belief in the importance of community, participation and social change. 
 

What We Can Offer You 

We know great leaders thrive when they feel supported, connected and able to bring their whole selves to work. At Wellways, you'll join a purpose-driven organisation committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and rewarding workplace where people can grow, lead and make a meaningful difference. 
 

We also offer: 

• Salary packaging of up to $15,899 per year to increase your take-home pay 

• Additional meal and entertainment salary packaging of up to $2,650 per year 

• 17.5% annual leave loading whenever you take annual leave 

• Paid parental leave after 12 months of ongoing employment 

• Cultural leave where applicable 

• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family 

• Ongoing opportunities for professional growth, development and leadership learning 

You will also need: 

• Right to work in Australia  

• 100 points of ID  

• Valid Driver Licence  

• Satisfactory National Police Record Check  

• International Police Check (if appliable)  

• Current Working with Children Check   

• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check   

• NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate – Quality Safety and You  

• LCS2 Outcome – Wellways will supply