Manager - Emergency Preparedness and Business

1 month ago


Box Hill, Australia Eastern Health Full time

Manager - Emergency Preparedness and Business Continuity

Permanent full time position

Eastern suburbs of Melbourne

Leadership role within People and Culture

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.

About the role

Outstanding opportunity to join the OHS, Emergency Management & Wellbeing team within the People & Culture directorate at Eastern Health. The Manager Emergency Preparedness and Business Continuity will play a crucial role in ensuring the continuity of operations during emergencies and crises and will lead the development, implementation and maintenance of comprehensive business continuity and emergency preparedness plans, protocols, strategies and training for Eastern Health.

The OHS, Emergency Management & Wellbeing team at Eastern Health is growing to meet the needs of our organisation and this role is a fantastic opportunity to be part of that growth and play an integral part in delivering on our People & Culture Roadmap.

About you

**To be successful in this role you will possess**:
Undergraduate degree in Emergency Management, Business Continuity or a related field.

Extensive experience (5+ years) in business continuity, emergency management or related fields, preferably in the healthcare industry.

Proven experience managing a team and delivering results in a high-pressure environment.

In-depth knowledge of healthcare requirements, standards, and best practices related to business continuity and emergency preparedness.

Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of implementing effective programs and driving continuous improvement.

Ability to prioritize tasks, manage competing demands, and work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Demonstrated commitment to promoting a positive safety culture and inspiring a high level of engagement and compliance among employees.

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.

Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here

Diverse and engaging career opportunities

Friendly & supportive team

Flexible working hours

Salary packaging options

Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next Steps

**Please note**:
Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.

Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.

**Values in Action**: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day

Contact Person
Natasha Robinson

Contact Number
(04) 8190 5267

Closing Date
27/12/2023



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