Director Support Services

Reporting to the Chief Executive, the Director Support Services is responsible to lead the Support Services team and to ensure the implementation of strategic objectives set by the Chief Executive.  The Director Support Services is accountable for the effective leadership and management of all the support services functions at EGHS including catering services, environmental services, building and infrastructure, maintenance (including contractors) and capital development projects.   This is a key leadership role in the management of East Grampians Health Service and the success of EGHS is underpinned by the work of support services at both Ararat and Willaura campuses.

Candidates for the role must have an appropriate Tertiary qualification in Business Management/ Project Management or related field or equivalent education and/or high-level experience in the healthcare industry.  Likewise, you will preferably be able to demonstrate operational experience in a rural health service including facility management, food and environmental services.  Experience in organisational planning, development and change management particularly related to capital development and general building works will also be highly regarded.