Perioperative Supply Chain Coordinator

Perioperative Supply Chain Coordinator, Nelson Hospital, Permanent Full-time

• This is a varied, challenging and rewarding position  for someone with a  background in clinical/supply chain or experience in the health sector.
• You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth delivery of perioperative services by managing essential equipment and supplies.

Benefits:

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders and is firmly grounded  in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. You will be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, efficiency, and patient safety.

About the Role

As a Perioperative Supply Chain Coordinator, you will:

• work closely with Health NZ Nelson Marlborough’s supply chain team, medical companies and suppliers to ensure the continuity of equipment and supplies for perioperative areas;
• maximise organisational benefits through effective procurement and supply chain management;
• manage  maintenance and compliance programme for operating theatre related equipment.

This role primarily supports service delivery within the operating theatre suite at Nelson Hospital; with  some involvement across other public and private healthcare providers.

This is a full-time permanent role working 80 hours per fortnight (1.0 FTE), Monday to Friday, between the hours of 8.00AM to 4.30PM. No on-call is required.

Please view the position description for further information.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our perioperative team is dedicated to delivering safe, efficient, and high quality surgical care. You will join a supportive environment that values collaboration and continuous improvement.

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About you

As a Perioperative Supply Chain Coordinator, you will:

• have excellent communication and relationship building skills,
• have the ability to work with health professionals, administration staff and approved vendors,
• be highly organised,
• require minimal supervision,
• have the aptitude to manage a diverse and busy workload. 

This position will suit someone with a stock management and /or clinical background or other experience within the health sector. Previous purchasing/supply chain management experience is desirable.

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying.

Working 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. 

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 12 December 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact

Sonja Rae (Recruitment) at sonja.rae@tewhatuora.govt.nz OR

Monette Johnston (Nurse Manager – Perioperative Services) at monette.johnston@nmdhb.govt.nz

Job ref: R1N25-271

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.