About the Role
This is a rewarding opportunity to take full accountability for the day-to-day operations of a well-established aged care facility, ensuring the delivery of high-quality resident care and overall operational excellence.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Overseeing all aspects of daily operations, ensuring strong resident relations and compliance with internal policies and aged care standards
- Driving exceptional operational performance aligned with Aged Care Quality Standards and organisational goals
- Ensuring all documentation, including care plans and other clinical programs, is completed accurately and on time
- Identifying workforce needs, managing recruitment, and supporting staff development through ongoing performance reviews
- Leading, mentoring, and supporting a dedicated team of employees and volunteers to continually enhance the quality of care
- Proven experience in a similar leadership role within aged care, with a strong passion for person-centred care
- Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
- Strong commercial acumen, including experience managing budgets and financial operations
- Solid understanding of AN-ACC funding model, aged care legislation, and accreditation requirements
- Demonstrated ability to lead continuous improvement initiatives and manage change effectively
- Proficiency in using clinical management systems and HR information systems
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect empathetically across diverse communities
- A current Australian Driver’s Licence
- Postgraduate qualifications in management, nursing, or a related field (highly regarded)
- Competitive salary with access to not-for-profit salary packaging, increasing your take-home pay
- Flexible working conditions to support work-life balance
- An extra day off for your birthday—celebrate you!
- Ongoing professional and career development opportunities
- Clear pathways for progression within the organisation
- Discounted gym memberships
- Access to a free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness support services