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• Central Adelaide Local Health Network, Various Locations
• Salary  MAS-3  $127,859 p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Permanent full-time

About the Role

As a key member of the Specialty Medicine 2 (SM2) Leadership Team, the Operations Manager plays a pivotal role in coordinating and managing operational activities across all CALHN sites. You will provide support, guidance, and expertise in areas such as service delivery, workforce management, financial performance, facilities and equipment, risk management, and Work Health and Safety, ensuring the program meets its strategic and operational objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of high-quality, consistent care while shaping the operational success of a dynamic and evolving service.

In this role, you will work closely with the Program Director to determine strategic direction, operational standards, and objectives for both clinical and administrative services. You will oversee daily activities, monitor outcomes, and have a direct impact on the development and implementation of policies, systems, and processes that drive long-term service sustainability. You will also play a key role in supporting change management initiatives and service improvement strategies, ensuring SM2 continues to deliver excellence for patients, staff, and the wider community.

About you

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic leader who can drive operational excellence and support high-quality public hospital services.

• Tertiary qualification in health, business, or project management with strong operational leadership experience.

• Proven ability to lead change, collaborate across divisions, and build productive relationships with diverse stakeholders.

• Highly developed skills in communication, problem-solving, negotiation, financial management, and data analysis.

• Demonstrated capacity to perform in complex, dynamic environments while maintaining optimism, resilience, and a commitment to service excellence.

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation.  As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories , our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

Benefit of Joining CALHN

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Salary Benefits: Enjoy flexible salary packaging options, including up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (such as mortgage, rent, utilities and groceries) plus an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family, plus an annual voluntary flu vaccination to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Employee Recognition: Join a workplace where our people are celebrated through awards for innovation, collaboration, and outstanding contributions to health.
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

Job ref:  916096

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Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 17 October 2025

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information

 916096 RD Operations Manager.pdf

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