SA Health
Job reference: 916096
Location: Various
Job status: Ongoing
Eligibility: Open to Everyone
- 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.
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.
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.
Benefits of Joining CALHN
- 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.
- 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.
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.
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.
Enquiries and Application
For further information, please contact Elizabeth Kraft, Nurse Lead Specialty Medicine 2, at elizabeth.kraft@sa.gov.au. Application Closing Date: 11:55 pm Friday 17 October 2025.
Flexibility Statement
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.
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📌 Operations Manager
🏢 Government Of South Australia
📍 Adelaide