Operations Manager Ground Floor

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

Operations Nurse Manager, Ground Floor, Alfred Mental and Addiction Health

• Salary Package:  $144,190.80 + Superannuation
• Permanent Fulltime with ADO
• Based at The Alfred

About the role

The Operations Manager, Ground Floor Mental Health IPU, reports to the Deputy Director of Operations & Nursing, Hospital and Emergency Services. The two Operations Nurse Managers (Ground Floor and First Floor) will provide operational and clinical leadership for the Units and will be responsible for allocation of resources, workforce availability, ensuring competency standards are met and in conjunction with the Access Manager will ensure bed flow. The incumbent will be accountable for system management, liaison with relevant external and internal stakeholders and advocacy and escalation of clinical concerns. This position will be supported by a Clinical Nurse Manager.

The Ops Manager is an essential member of the multidisciplinary IPU leadership team and will work collaboratively with the team to ensure the safe provision of effective care delivery 7-days a week. In addition, the position will facilitate strategic planning ensuring appropriate delivery of innovative care whist ensuring adherence to legislative requirements. 

About you

You will have registration as a registered nurse with post graduate qualifications in mental health and a minimum of 5 years experience in a management position. A  post graduate qualification in Health Management (or equivalent) or working towards, viewed favourably.

Benefits

• Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing through Maxxia.
• Flexible Heath Insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
• On-site Car & Bike Parking
• Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport Health and Fitness.
• Child Care Services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services

If applicable, specify specific requirements that you require in the cover letter or CV.

Any queries please contact Kathryn Henderson, Deputy Director of Operations & Nursing, Hospital and Emergency 0418889321

Applications Close: 11pm AEST, Thursday 3rd July 2025

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au