Support Services Manager

Assist with the design and operations of this site.

• Directly enhance patient care and overall hospital efficiency.
• Join our team at a very exciting phase of our growth journey!

Today and tomorrow at Compass Group, we serve a better future by enriching people, communities, and our planet. We do this because we believe that everyone should be seen and nourished as a whole person. We focus on the individual, their needs and more broadly on positive impacts in the community.

THE POSITION

• Oversee the operational and strategic management of multiple non-clinical support service departments within the hospital, including Environmental Services, and Patient Support Services.
• Lead and manage departmental heads, including the Environmental Services Manager, Patient Services Manager and Duty Managers.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to ensure the seamless delivery of support services across the hospital.
• Ensure the efficient delivery of cleaning, waste management, patient transport, catering, and other essential non-clinical services.
• Recruit, mentor, and support departmental managers and team leaders to build a cohesive, high-performing leadership team.
• Develop and manage budgets for each department, ensuring cost-effective operations without compromising quality.
• Act as the primary liaison between support service departments and hospital leadership, ensuring clear communication and alignment of objectives.
• Ensure all support services meet regulatory requirements and accreditation standards, including infection control, workplace safety, and environmental standards.

THE PERSON

• Proven experience in managing multiple non-clinical support services in a healthcare or similar environment.
• Demonstrated understanding of hospital operations and patient-centred care principles.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate diverse teams.
• Strong knowledge of hospital support services, including environmental, helpdesk, and patient support operations.
• Willingness to obtain a National Police Check Clearance and Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Willing to obtain or provide proof of immunity for vaccine preventable diseases.
• A degree or diploma in healthcare management, business administration or related field is desirable but not essential.

THE BENEFITS

• Multitude of salary packaging options available.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• 12 weeks paid parental leave for primary carers.

We are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all. If you require adjustments or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, please reach out to us on either 1300TALENT or .

Our people’s unique backgrounds, experience, and abilities are at the heart of our vibrant workforce. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the diverse communities that we serve, where everyone feels empowered and valued. By building diverse teams means we are creating inclusive environments for all our people and those we connect with through our day-to-day operation. We welcome & encourage applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, gender expressions, gender identity and people with disability.

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