Emergency Management Operations Manager

4 months ago


Melbourne, Australia Western Health Full time

Location: Melbourne | Western Metropolitan

Job type: Full time

Organisation: Western Health

**Salary**: Salary not specified

Occupation: Human Resources, Occupational Health and Safety

Reference: 50505

Here at Western Health, we believe in a future where healthcare is safe, effective, and innovative. To help shape that future, we're looking for an Emergency Management Operations Manager to join our Safety Risk and Emergency Management unit.

This is not your traditional role. We're not just looking for someone who can maintain our existing systems. We need a beacon of leadership, a pioneer who will take our emergency management activities to new heights. You'll design, deploy, and refine emergency protocols, safeguarding staff, patients, and visitors in critical situations.

But it's not all about what you do - it's about how you do it. You're someone who fosters a culture of collaboration, who nurtures growth and learning in your team. You're a thought leader, keeping a finger on the pulse of global trends and bringing fresh, progressive ideas back to Western Health.

Here's what we're looking for:

- Relevant qualifications and experience in Emergency Management or Occupational Health and Safety.
- Proven track record in project management.
- Articulate communication and empathetic interpersonal skills.
- Aptitude for developing and presenting engaging OHS education and training sessions.
- Proficiency with computer software systems (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- An ability to juggle multiple tasks and manage time efficiently.
- A strong desire for continuous professional development and a thirst for learning.

Extra points if you have experience in healthcare and/or custodial sectors, patient manual handling, or hold project management qualifications such as PMBok, Prince2, Agile PM.

**About Us**

Our workforce of over 11,000 employees are driven by our values of ‘Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Safety’ (CARES). We value our people and provide them the opportunity to grow and develop. Our teams are friendly and supportive, ensuring we deliver a safe, person-centred and connected patient experience.

Western Health is in a period of rapid growth. Our services comprise of four acute public hospitals: Footscray Hospital, Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's), Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh & Melton Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Day Hospital, Hazeldean, Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care, as well as community health centres in Melton, Caroline Springs and Bacchus Marsh and a range of community-based services. We care for a diverse community of more than 1 million people with complex care needs ranging from Neonates to Geriatrics.

Our employees enjoy a wide range of benefits such as:

- Professional development support
- Career advancement opportunities
- Salary packaging including novated vehicle leasing
- Work-life balance

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.



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