Job Description

Position overview

• Employment Type: Full time (80 hours per fortnight), On going position
• Location: Camperdown Campus
• Classification: Administration Grade 4
• Salary Range: $83,657.60 - $92,482.00 pro rata, plus superannuation

About the role

South West Healthcare is seeking an experienced and motivated Manager Operations and Support Services to join the leadership team at Camperdown Hospital. This key leadership position plays a vital role in supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality healthcare services across the Camperdown and Lismore campuses.

Working within a regional health service that is deeply connected to its community, you will lead a diverse portfolio of support services including Facilities Management, Administration, Environmental Services, Food Services and Radiology. The role is responsible for ensuring hospital infrastructure, building services and support operations remain safe, compliant and efficient, enabling clinical teams to deliver exceptional patient care.

What you bring

To be successful in this role, you will be an experienced leader with a strong background in operational, facilities, or support service management. You will bring a collaborative approach, sound judgement, and the ability to effectively manage diverse teams and competing priorities within a complex environment.

You will also have:

• A trade qualification, management qualification, or equivalent relevant experience or experience as kitchen head.
• Demonstrated knowledge of building maintenance, compliance requirements, and regulatory frameworks, ideally within a healthcare or similarly regulated environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Proven leadership capabilities, with experience motivating, developing, and supporting multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships across all levels of an organisation.

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH is the largest health service in South West Victoria, providing acute, mental health, rehabilitation, and aged care together with an extensive range of primary and community health services across the South West catchment. SWH is the lead agency for the South West Local Health Service Network, presenting an exciting opportunity for SWH to provide strong leadership and support across the entire region.

North of the Great Ocean road, Camperdown lies within the “Lakes and Craters” region of the South West region. The idyllic rural community boasts a thriving agricultural industry and is to the 12 Apostles Gourmet Trail.  To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: Camperdown

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 12 July 2026. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025.

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check, where required
• Current Immunisation status

South West Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities employer and commits to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity by providing a trusting workplace that is safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, and reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. We are committed to The Child Safe Standards, which aim to protect children and young people.

Note: If you experience any difficulties using this website or require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au