General Manager - Management - Northern Region: Auckland, Northland, Waikato

General Manager – Northern
Permanent, Full-time
Northern Region: Auckland, Northland, Waikato

Who we are | Ko wai mātou:
Awanui Labs is a part of Awanui Group, the largest network of human and veterinary pathology laboratories in New Zealand. At Awanui, we’re proud to be a national network of 25 laboratories, 150 collection centres, and employers of over 2,200 people throughout Aotearoa. Our team of specialist pathologists, scientists, technicians, phlebotomists, couriers, and shared services personnel deliver a world-class service that together collects, analyses, and reports over 7 million patient results annually.

About the role | Mō te tūranga:
We’re looking for an exceptional leader to step into the role of General Manager – Northern Region, where you’ll take full ownership of operational performance and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare delivery. The region of responsibility you will be managing includes the Greater Auckland, Waikato and Northland areas.  

As a key member of the senior leadership team, you’ll work in close partnership with the Chief Operating Officer to bring organisational strategy to life by translating vision into tangible, high-impact outcomes across the region. The Northern team reporting to you is extremely competent, dynamic and share a passion for innovation and service.

This is a permanent, full-time opportunity to lead from the front, driving service excellence, lifting performance, and embedding a culture grounded in accountability, quality, and data driven continuous improvement.

This role offers the chance to make a meaningful, visible impact - not just within the organisation, but across the communities you serve. With a keen eye on innovation through technology and passion to serve our patients across the wider Awanui New Zealand network.

If you’re a strategic thinker with a passion for operational excellence with a deep understanding of diagnostic Pathology and people leadership, this is your opportunity to step into a role where you can truly make a difference.

Key Responsibilities:

Leading end-to-end operational delivery across the Northern Region.

Building and inspiring high-performing teams.

Driving efficiency, performance, and service excellence.

Providing strong financial stewardship, including budget management and accountability.

Ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

Foster a culture of safety, teamwork, innovation, and continuous professional development.

About you | He kōrero mōu
To be successful in this role you need to have:

Hold a tertiary qualification in a health-related field (essential); a business or management qualification is desirable.

Minimum of 10 years’ senior management experience.

Extensive knowledge of the community pathology sector and its service delivery requirements.

Proven experience in leading, developing, and managing teams in a complex operational environment.

Strong background in pathology management, with sound technical and operational understanding.

Demonstrated financial acumen with experience in budget and resource management.

Strong commitment to quality improvement, health and safety, and patient-centred service delivery.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, engage, and lead diverse teams effectively.

What you can expect from us | He aha tāu e tūmanako ai i a mātou
This role is an excellent leadership opportunity with direct responsibility for New Zealand’s largest diagnostic laboratory, delivering outstanding service for patients and healthcare professionals.

Our three core values guide us in creating an inclusive and respected workplace where everyone can thrive and make a meaningful difference:

Manaakitanga - We Care for each other and the people we serve.

Whakapakari - We Improve and adapt to create opportunities for success.

Hiranga - We Deliver the highest quality medical and scientific expertise.

We also offer excellent opportunities to enhance your skills with our in-house Learning & Development team, supporting your professional competency and career growth.

If you are passionate about your work, dedicated to quality and want to be part of a friendly supportive team, please click 'Apply now'

Application closes 31 May 2026