ESS delivers the best hospitality and support services to remote and Defence sites across Australia. From mess halls to accommodation and recreation facilities our teams keep Defence communities running smoothly every day.
As the Base Manager you’ll be responsible for ensuring all hospitality, cleaning, accommodation and facilities services run efficiently and safely, maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance and client satisfaction.
This is a leadership role suited to someone who thrives in a dynamic multi‑service setting and enjoys leading diverse teams to deliver excellence every day.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the day‑to‑day operations of the base including catering, accommodation, cleaning and transport services
- Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team to achieve operational and client outcomes
- Ensure all services are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with Defence and company standards
- Build and maintain strong client relationships acting as the primary on‑site contact
- Manage budgets, reporting and performance against contractual KPIs
- Drive a culture of safety, accountability and continuous improvement
- Oversee compliance with Defence security requirements and site protocols
What we’re looking for
- Proven experience in operations, facilities or hospitality management (Defence remote or large‑scale site experience highly regarded)
- Robust leadership skills with the ability to manage diverse teams and complex operations
- Excellent communication and relationship management skills
- Financial and operational acumen with experience managing budgets and reporting
Australian Citizenship is a mandatory requirement for this position (Defence security clearance required). Ability to obtain and maintain a National Police Check and Defence clearance.
The Benefits
- Lead a key Defence site within a respected national organisation
- Job security and career progression opportunities within Compass Group
- Access to training, development and leadership programmes
- Supportive professional environment with a strong safety culture
We are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all. If you require adjustments or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process please reach out to us on either 1300TALENT.
Our peoples’ unique backgrounds, experience and abilities are at the heart of our vibrant workforce. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the diverse communities that we serve where everyone feels empowered and valued. Building diverse teams means we are creating inclusive environments for all our people and those we connect with through our day‑to‑day operation. We welcome & encourage applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, gender expressions, gender identity and people with disability.
Key Skills
- Computer Skills
- Lean
- Management Experience
- Process Improvement
- Warehouse Distribution Experience
- OSHA
- Process Management
- Training & Development
- LIHTC
- Leadership Experience
- Property Management
- Supervising Experience
Required Experience: Manager
Employment Type: Full‑Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
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