About the role
Mater is seeking an experienced and values-driven Mission Integration Manager to join our team at Mater Private Hospital Gold Coast in a permanent, full-time position.
This newly established senior leadership role will play a pivotal part in embedding Mater’s Mission, Catholic identity and Mercy charism as we transition to a faith-based, for-purpose Catholic healthcare provider. Working closely with the General Manager and Chief of Mission, you’ll help ensure Mission is central to strategy, decision-making, culture and the delivery of exceptional, compassionate healthcare.
This is a unique opportunity to shape Mission integration within a hospital environment while supporting leaders, teams and the wider community through a significant period of organisational change.
Salary: commensurate with experience plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900 + access to many staff benefits!
What you'll be doing
- Provide strategic leadership for the integration of Mater’s Mission, Vision, Values and Catholic identity across hospital life.
- Enable and challenge senior leaders to consider Mission-aligned and ethical perspectives in business and operational decision-making.
- Lead and facilitate formation programs that enable staff to engage with the spirit and values of the Mater Mission.
- Build strong relationships with local Catholic, Parishes and other Catholic and ministry organisations.
- Oversee Pastoral Care services, supporting a multidisciplinary approach to spiritual care that aligns with Mater’s patient-centred care model.
- Promote a spirituality of healing and wholeness across the hospital.
- Develop and maintain systems, policies, programs and measures that demonstrate the impact of Mission on patient-centred care and the community.
- Support leaders to develop Mission-aligned leadership practices, reflective practice and discernment in decision-making.
- Provide advice, reports and presentations to the Chief of Mission and other key stakeholders.
- Build strong relationships across Mater and with external professional, ministry and community networks.
About you
You are a committed Catholic and experienced leader who can confidently connect faith, mission and healthcare in a complex organisational environment. You’ll bring the ability to inspire others, support people through change and translate Mater’s Mission and values into meaningful leadership and care practices.
You’ll bring:
- Active involvement in the local Catholic community as a person of faith.
- A strong understanding of and commitment to the Code of Ethical Standards for Catholic Health Organisations.
- Demonstrated understanding and commitment to the philosophy, Mission and values of Mater.
- The ability to support people through significant transition and change.
- Qualifications in Theology, Scripture, Ethics, Ministry or a related field, or a willingness to undertake further study.
- A demonstrated understanding of the Catholic faith, the ethos of Catholic healthcare and the teachings of the Catholic Church.
- The ability to integrate Catholic teachings into Mission and healthcare.
- Strong communication, relationship-building and change management skills.
- Experience in, or a demonstrated understanding of, the health sector will be highly regarded.
If you’re passionate about Catholic healthcare and want to play a key role in shaping the culture, identity and future of Mater Private Hospital Gold Coast, we’d love to hear from you.
Why join us?
Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 12 hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.
We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.
- Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
- Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
- Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
- Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
- Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
- Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
- Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.
Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #GETBETTERWITHMATER
Applications close Wednesday 9 September 2026 please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW. Direct applications only — we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete pre‑employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).
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