Brightwater has been delivering exceptional care for more than 120 years. As one of Australia’s leading care providers, we combine deep expertise with the scale and resources to innovate, adapt, and empower both our clients and our people.

We are guided by the Brightwater Spirit — caring, authentic, progressive, and courageous. If this aligns with your values, we’d love to hear from you.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Service Manager to lead our state-of-the-art 128‑bed residential aged care site in Inglewood.

As the Service Manager, you will be responsible for operational performance across clinical care, financial management, staff leadership and recruitment, and ensuring ongoing compliance with the Aged Care Quality Standards.

This is a permanent full-time role, working Monday to Friday (75 hours per fortnight), leading a large and diverse team to deliver high‑quality, person‑centred care in line with Brightwater’s Mission and the Aged Care Quality Standards.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• Previous experience as a Service Manager, with AHPRA registration (desirable).
• A strong commitment to delivering safe, high‑quality, client‑centred care.
• A sound understanding of aged care or health accreditation processes, along with knowledge of federal and state aged care reforms and a proactive approach to continuous quality improvement.
• Demonstrated experience managing physical, human, and financial resources, including budgeting, recruitment, performance management, and workforce development.
• Knowledge of relevant safety, health, and employment legislation.

What Brightwater Offers

• Generous not‑for‑profit salary packaging options up to $18,500 per annum — helping you increase your take‑home pay.
• Access to private health benefits and discounts.
• Extensive learning and development opportunities to support your professional growth.
• Access to BrightwaterPlus, our staff benefits program offering discounts with more than 370 retailers.

How to Apply

Please submit your application through Brightwater’s online portal.
Shortlisting will commence immediately. 

For confidential enquiries, contact Zorica, Talent Acquisition Specialist, on 0417 520 285.

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