Michael Krieg

Experienced healthcare leader

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

About

Experienced Chief Executive Officer with a demonstrated history of working in the hospital & health care industry. Skilled in Public Speaking, Management, Performance Management, Healthcare, and Healthcare Management. Strong business development professional graduated from Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Experience

  • Acting Chief Executive Officer at Aitkenhead Centre for Medical Discovery
    Feb 2026 - Present · 5 mos

  • Chief Executive Officer, Health Services at Mercy Health Australia
    Feb 2024 - Jul 2025 · 1 yr 6 mos

  • CEDA Trustee at CEDA - Committee for Economic Development of Australia
    Jun 2023 - Nov 2023 · 6 mos

  • Group Executive- Hospitals at UnitingCare Queensland
    May 2019 - Nov 2023 · 4 yrs 7 mos

    I successfully managed operations across four hospital sites, ensuring effective service delivery and crisis management. • Oversaw a workforce of over 5,000 staff members, fostering a collaborative and resilient work environment. • Led strategic initiatives during crises, including COVID-19, floods, and cyber attacks, maintaining community services. • Developed growth plans and spearheaded acquisitions to enhance operational capacity and service quality.

  • General Manager at The Wesley Hospital
    Apr 2017 - May 2019 · 2 yrs 2 mos

    • Oversaw management and leadership of a 550-bed hospital with over 2000 staff. • Spearheaded the establishment of Australia’s first Centre of Excellence in Robotic Surgery and Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. • Developed a strategic master plan to ensure sustainable growth and enhance financial performance. • Achieved the lowest hospital-acquired complications, significantly improving patient outcomes.