Locum Residential Aged Care Manager | Victoria

At Estia Health, we’re more than just a workplace: we’re a community dedicated to enriching lives and making a difference. If you’re passionate about aged care and want to be part of something meaningful, then we want to hear from you.

Everyday, over 14,000 employees choose to make a difference at Estia Health, sharing a joint purpose to enrich and celebrate the lives of our residents. With 94 homes (and growing), across Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia and Victoria, you will play a part in positively impacting the lives of our residents and their families.

Join us in playing a special role in the future of aged care.

Estia Health is seeking an experienced Residential Aged Care Manager with a strong clinical background, who can a make a major difference in the lives of our residents by leading our aged care home towards operational excellence!

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Regional Manager, and as the 'head of' the home, you’ll lead a dedicated team in providing exceptional care and creating a warm, supportive environment for residents, families, and staff. This is a rewarding leadership role where you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact—driving quality care, fostering a positive workplace culture, and ensuring the smooth operation of our home.

The Locum Residential Aged Care Manager is responsible for supporting facilities thought-out a designated region at the direction of Regional Manager and supporting the Residential Aged Care Manager responsible for the standards and provision of nursing care and continuous service provided to residents. This role works across different locations depending on business needs, often covering periods of leave or providing additional support to particular homes in our network. 

In this role you will:

• Find the best way forward for our residents and people

• Run a tight ship - maintaining efficiency and operational safety

• Keep the lights on and making sure revenue targets are met

• Inspire your team to perform and grow

• Build ties with the community to everyone’s benefit

You’ll be a strong business leader with commercial acumen and a generous style of management. You’ll also have:

• A real desire to make a difference in people’s lives

• Spent at least five years in a management role

• A background in aged or medical care

• Worked with a number of different systems

Benefits available:

• Discounted gym memberships at Goodlife and Fitness First

• Retail savings with the Blue Light Card

• Discounted car hire

• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

• Free Wellbeing App to support your mental and physical health

• Novated leasing for vehicles

• Workplace banking support

• ACN membership discounts for nurses

• Discounted health insurance with nib health

• Discounted JB HiFi

As one of the largest and fastest growing aged care providers in Australia, we need exceptional people to join us on our journey of providing high quality person centred aged care and services. If this is you, Apply now!

Estia Health is committed to embracing diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities. If you need assistance to participate in our application process, please let us know.

Please be advised that we do not accept emailed applications for this position. To apply, simply click the 'Apply' button and follow the instructions provided.

Note: All shortlisted applicants will need to pass the required background checks. During the influenza season, all staff are required to provide evidence of a current influenza vaccination. If you are interested in a role, please ensure you apply online, as we do not accept emailed resumes.