Quality & Patient Safety Business Partner

• Waikato Hospital
• Fixed term for 12 months – full time – 80 hours per fortnight

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

Are you looking for an exciting change? Have you worked in Quality & Patient Safety? Do you like a Challenge?

If you have said “yes” to these questions read on………….

The Quality & Patient Safety Team are looking for a QPS Business Partner to work within the team alongside Risk, Consumer engagement & Clinical effectiveness.

The role is action orientated ensuring that quality and patient safety is an integral part of the business, working in partnership to provide communication, understand clinical issues and prove improvements. Quality improvement experience will be advantageous. This role will report directly to the Director Quality & patient safety.

Key responsibilities:

• Quality Improvement including linking to Health Quality and Safety Commission.
• Provide reporting on service quality performance.
• Provide advice to service on risk management ensuring the register is current and mitigations are in place and monitored.

Click here to view the position description.

About the team

Quality and Patient Safety is responsible for oversight of Quality & Patient Safety, including Infection Prevention Control, Certification and Regulatory compliance.

About Hamilton

Waikato Hospital is a major regional hospital in Hamilton and is a leading tertiary teaching hospital located in Hamilton, New Zealand, serving as the regional hub for the Midland area, which includes the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Lakes, Tairawhiti, and Taranaki districts. With around 722 inpatient beds, 22 operating theatres, and a dedicated outpatient clinic and procedure centre, Waikato Hospital provides comprehensive hospital services, including radiology, laboratory, and pharmacy. As a major teaching hospital with affiliations to the University of Auckland, University of Waikato, and Wintec, it offers a dynamic learning environment and access to research opportunities. The hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities located on the Waiora Waikato Hospital Campus, with both road and air ambulance support.

Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city nestled alongside the scenic Waikato River, offering a perfect mix of nature and culture. Explore the stunning Hamilton Gardens, home to themed gardens from Italy to Asia, or visit the Waikato Museum to delve into the region's rich history. The city also boasts the Hamilton Zoo, where you can walk through an aviary filled with native birds. Hamilton is a lively hub, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the famous National Agricultural Fieldays and Balloons over Waikato festival. With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to outdoor adventures, Hamilton is an ideal place to live and work.

For more information on living and working in Waikato click here

About you

• A registration with a Healthcare body in New Zealand.
• An interest in improving Quality & Patient Safety.
• The ability to work in diverse Quality & patient safety activities.
• Familiarity with Microsoft packages.

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 online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal before 11:59 pm on 26 January 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Robyn Payne at Robyn.Payne@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

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.