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We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Corporate Services Manager for the efficient operation of Karitane support services, and to support business continuity across multiple sites.
DEPARTMENT: Governance
OPERATIONAL BASE: Carramar – Includes travel to other services
STATUS: Permanent fulltime, 38 hours per week
CLASSIFICATION: Health Services Manager, Level 2
VACCINATION CATEGORY: A (including full COVID-19 –2 doses and influenza Vaccinations)
RESPONSIBLE TO: Director, Governance and Corporate Services
LINE MANAGEMENT: Maintenance Coordinator, Hotel Services Staff, Food Services Assistants, External
INDUSTRIAL AWARD: The Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations’ (AHO) Health Employees Agreement 2019, aligned to the NSW Health Managers (State) Award 2023.
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PURPOSE
The Corporate Services Manager will manage the efficient operation of corporate support services across Karitane sites, which include Hotel Services, Environmental Services, Maintenance and Asset Management. The role requires knowledge and expertise in overseeing multiple sites, rostering, repairs and maintenance, commercial cleaning and hotel services in the health sector.
Reporting to the Director of Governance & Corporate Services, the role will be responsible for ensuring business continuity through the timely allocation of staff and other resources in response to operational needs, and project management experience for new facility builds, relocations and upgrades to existing infrastructure.
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA - Each criteria below must be addressed in your cover letter
• Previous experience in Corporate Services or facilities management, commercial cleaning, food services and maintenance in the health sector
• Management experience including rostering, staff management, and contractors
• Demonstrated understanding of infrastructure project management, procurement, and asset management
• Experience in ordering and stock control, e.g. Cbord and Oracle
• Food Safety Supervisor Certification (or willing to work towards)
• Excellent organisation abilities in process management to plan and to prioritise work
• A commitment to the values of Karitane working in partnership with respect, collaboration, excellence and innovation
• Current NSW driver’s licence.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
• External contractors for utilities, cleaning, maintenance and environmental services
• Karitane managers (clinical and corporate)
• South West Sydney Local Health District Corporate and Facilities partners
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Permanent fulltime role in accordance with The Named NSW (Non-Declared) Affiliated Health Organisations’ Health Employees Agreement - Health Services Manager Level 2.
The majority of Karitane services close for approximately two weeks over the Christmas/New Year period, during which time employees are required to take leave. Karitane supports a smoke free environment including grounds, buildings and vehicles.
Applicants will have a commitment to EEO & WHS, ethical practice and the principles of cultural diversity. Relevant Police Check, Working with Children Check, Apprehended Violence Orders and prior employment checks, including relevant disciplinary proceedings, will be conducted on recommended applicants.
Karitane supports a smoke free environment including buildings, grounds and vehicles.
Applicants will have a commitment to EEO & WHS&R Policies, ethical practice and the principles of cultural diversity.
A full position description detailing this role and what Karitane is all about is in detail and can be viewed on the Karitane website under Employment Opportunities: www.karitane.com.au
VACCINATION
• Category A workers are required to meet and maintain the vaccination criteria (as per the current NSW Health policy directive) including annual influenza vaccinations. At least three doses of a COVID-19 vaccine will be required to provide a record of your COVID-19 vaccination status if successful. Annual Influenza vaccinations are mandatory.
NOTE - please read and understand NSW Health policy directive for more information - https://www1.health.nsw.gov.au/pds/ActivePDSDocuments/PD2023_022.pdf
Benefits of a career at Karitane
• Dynamic team
• Innovative organisation
• That we are an accredited Family-friendly workplace
• Professional development, support and mentoring
• Opportunity to salary package up to $16,050 tax free (as not-for-profit and registered charity)
• Additional leave, accrued day off once a month where applicable
• Encouraged to achieve your full potential
• Respected and recognised
Flexible work practices where applicable and appropriate
• Meaningful work – that makes a difference.
Please note: If you work in the NSW Public Health system and other Affiliated Health Organisations your accruals of leave and service can be transferred across to Karitane.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please include a covering letter addressing the Selection Criteria, please indicate the actual hours you are seeking to work and provide your current CV.
Please note: If your application does not address the criteria, your application will not be considered:
Please address your enquiries and / or application via email to:
Dinethra Nandakoban, Director Governance & Corporate Services
Mobile: 0437 446 *** or email ***************@health.nsw.gov.au
Close date: Friday 8 March 2024
