Facility Nurse Manager

About Ashbury Heights Village

Ashbury Heights Village opened in January 2025 and will set the standard for premium retirement living in Maunu, a charming suburb in the southwest of Whangārei. Our new generation lifestyle village will offer breathtaking views and incorporate the latest innovations in healthcare and technology.

As development progresses, the village will feature a wide range of architecturally designed independent living houses, serviced apartments and in addition to our care facility, there will be a specialised dementia centre.

With highly trained staff and modern facilities, we provide exceptional care in a warm, supportive environment. Our approach blends the latest thinking in healthcare, wellness, and technology to ensure residents enjoy comfort, dignity, and the highest quality of life.

About the role – Mō te Tūranga

We are excited to be looking for our next Facility Nurse Manager to lead our team at Ashbury Heights Care Centre. This role presents a fantastic opportunity to step into a growing Care Centre and continue building on the strong foundations already in place.

Since opening our Care Centre, our current Facility Nurse Manager has done an exceptional job of creating a supportive environment centred around clinical excellence, strong operational performance, and teamwork, ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality care to our residents. This vacancy is an excellent opportunity for the successful candidate to put their own stamp on the role and helping to shape our Care Centre’s continued success.

About you - Ngā Kōrero Mōu

You will share our core values and work effectively with people from a range of backgrounds and cultures. You will demonstrate excellent communication skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to think on your feet. You will take pride in leading by example and delivering a consistently high standard of support to our residents.

The right candidate will have:

• A strong understanding of NZ health regulations, audits, and quality requirements.
• Registered Nurse leadership experience in NZ.
• Supervisory experience and team leadership skills.
• Ability to educate and supervise nursing and care staff.
• Drive and dedication to maintain the highest standards of care for residents.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and quality care.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• A professional, friendly, and caring attitude.
• Intermediate/advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office software confident using other database management systems.
• Strong organisational skills in particular the ability to manage rosters, staffing, and day-to-day operations.
• Empathy and the ability to confidently interact with people with credibility, and discretion.
• A sense of humour and a positive outlook is essential.

If you meet the above requirements and are committed to making a meaningful difference in retirement living, we would love to hear from you.

About Us – Ngā Kōrero Mō Mātou

Ashbury Heights is a proudly owned subsidiary of Qestral Corporation Ltd, a leader in developing next-generation retirement villages with a strong focus on lifestyle. Our design-led, anti-institutional approach aims to create vibrant communities that blend cutting-edge design, healthcare, wellness, hospitality, and technology. Based in Christchurch, Qestral Corporation brings extensive industry experience and a dedication to excellence.

Qestral Corporation Ltd currently owns and operates four villages on the South Island—three in Christchurch and one in Nelson. Ashbury Heights is our very first village in the North Island.

Located in Maunu, Whangarei, Ashbury Heights offers architecturally designed homes, and exceptional care services. Learn more about Qestral at http://www.qestral.co.nz.

To take up this exciting and rewarding role and be part of a team dedicated to providing the very best in new generation retirement living, please submit your CV and cover letter via Trade Me or Seek.