University Hospital Waterford is recruiting an Operations Manager – Clinical to provide senior leadership across clinical services at one of the South East’s busiest acute hospitals. This is a permanent, whole-time opportunity for an experienced healthcare manager ready to drive operational excellence at scale.
Role Overview
Reporting to senior hospital leadership, the Operations Manager – Clinical will hold strategic and operational responsibility for the delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centred services across University Hospital Waterford. The postholder will play a central role in shaping service development, driving quality improvement, and supporting the hospital’s performance against national targets and standards.
Key Responsibilities
Full details of duties and responsibilities are set out in the Job Specification, which candidates are strongly encouraged to download and read before completing their application. Key areas of accountability typically include:
- Providing operational leadership and management across designated clinical departments and services.
- Supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care in line with national standards and hospital policy.
- Driving service improvement initiatives and contributing to the hospital’s strategic planning processes.
- Managing and developing multidisciplinary teams, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Monitoring and reporting on key performance indicators, escalating issues and implementing corrective actions as required.
- Liaising with clinical, administrative, and external stakeholders to ensure integrated and efficient service delivery.
- Supporting financial management within area of responsibility, including budget oversight and resource allocation.
Requirements
Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria detailed in the Job Specification. These will typically include substantial senior management experience within an acute healthcare environment, a strong track record of operational delivery, and the interpersonal and leadership skills required to manage complex services effectively. Please download and review the full Job Specification for mandatory eligibility requirements before applying.
Salary & Contract
€86,604 – €107,727 per annum (HSE General Manager scale, 7-point scale), based on the HSE Consolidated Salary Scales effective 1 February 2026. Appointment is on a permanent, whole-time basis. Salary on appointment is subject to relevant HSE pay policy and incremental credit rules.
Location
University Hospital Waterford is the largest acute hospital in the South East of Ireland, serving a catchment population of approximately 500,000 across Waterford, Wexford, Kilkenny, Carlow, and South Tipperary. The hospital provides a wide range of emergency, surgical, medical, and diagnostic services, and operates in partnership with Kilcreene Regional Orthopaedic Hospital. The Operations Manager – Clinical will work at the heart of a dynamic, high-impact healthcare environment with significant regional reach.
About University Hospital Waterford
University Hospital Waterford is a model 4 acute hospital and a key facility within the HSE Dublin and South East health region. The hospital is committed to delivering safe, compassionate, and innovative care to patients across the South East, and provides an excellent environment for senior healthcare professionals seeking to develop their careers in operational management.
Application Details
Reference: 26UHWM2605
Applications must be submitted via Rezoomo. Please ensure you download, save, and read the Job Specification, Additional Campaign Information, and Application Form — all located at the bottom of the Rezoomo advertisement — before completing your application.
Apply here: https://www.rezoomo.com/job/98742/
For informal enquiries, please contact: Mr Ben O’Sullivan, Chief Executive Officer, University Hospital Waterford & Kilcreene Regional Orthopaedic Hospital — Tel: 051 842421 — Email: Orla.Gray@hse.ie
This position is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants.
Last Day to Apply: 16 June 2026 at 2:00 PM
