Lead a small, skilled anaesthetic team in a new facility. Enjoy hands-on clinical work, great pay, and weekday-only hours.
Anaesthetic Team Lead – Build & Lead in a New Surgical Facility
Location: Newtown, Wellington 
Type: Full-Time 
Salary: $95,000 to $105,000
 
Here’s your opportunity to move into leadership without giving up clinical work. Be part of the journey from the very beginning—setting up a brand new day-stay surgical centre with a passionate, experienced team focused on orthopaedic care.
You’ll join a small service where your input will count, your knowledge will be valued, and your opinion will help shape systems and standards. This is a role for someone ready to step out of the public system and into a team where culture, collaboration and kindness matter.
What You’ll Gain
  • Step up into leadership with support and autonomy
  • Above-MECA pay in a Monday-Friday schedule
  • No nights, no weekends, no call
  • Help create a positive, team-first culture from the start
  • Real influence over how things are done
 
Your Background
  • Registered Anaesthetic Technician (MSCNZ) or RNAA with APC
  • 5+ years of recent experience in theatres
  • Strong understanding of anaesthetic support in orthopaedics
  • A team player ready to lead, guide, and grow others
 
This is more than a new job—it’s a fresh start. Come and help build a theatre team that works well together, supports each other, and delivers the kind of care you can be proud of.
 
Why This Role?
  • Genuine career progression: An ideal leadership step for a senior AT or RNAA.
  • Involvement from the ground up: Influence facility design, workflows, and culture.
  • Work-life balance: Monday to Friday, no nights or on-call requirements.
  • Brand-new setting: Featuring two operating theatres, a 5-bed PACU, and a 5-chair day-stay lounge.
  • Attractive benefits: Funded health insurance, PDRP support, and guaranteed Christmas/New Year close-down.
 
Timeline and Facility Details
The centre is scheduled to open in Oct 2025, with an initial focus on orthopaedic procedures. You will join the project during its set-up phase, offering you the rare chance to shape systems, recruit your team, and create a culture of clinical excellence from day one.
 
Applicants must hold current New Zealand registration and be legally eligible to work in New Zealand. Standard pre-employment checks, including a medical assessment, will apply.

Tell Me Again Why This Role?
  • Competitive Pay: Earn a salary that truly values your skills and experience.
  • Comprehensive Health Cover: Fully funded insurance for permanent employees (20+ hours/week), including pre-existing conditions.
  • Generous Holiday Leave: Recharge with extended breaks over Christmas and New Year.
  • Extra Leave for Nurses: Nurses enjoy an additional day off annually to honour their dedication.
  • Bonus Vacation Time: Get an extra week off after 5 years of service to reward your loyalty.
  • Long Service Recognition: Celebrate milestones with awards for your dedication.
  • Career Growth Opportunities: Access accredited programs and professional development support.
  • Relocation Assistance: Financial help for eligible employees to ensure a smooth move.
  • Partner Discounts: Save with exclusive deals on products and services.
  • Wellbeing Programs: Holistic support for your mental, physical, and emotional health.
  • Free Health Checks: Stay on top of your wellness with annual medical assessments.

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