Aged Care Quality & Governance Leader

Columbia Aged Care; Sydney; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

EAP & medical support

Private health insurance discounts

Banking discounts

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Columbia Aged Care is seeking a Quality Compliance Lead to shape governance, foster learning culture, and elevate clinical excellence across New South Wales. The role involves travel to regional facilities for site visits, audits, and governance reviews.

You will drive audits, engage regulators, translate data into actionable insights, and mentor teams to lift governance maturity. Join a values-driven organisation dedicated to safe, compassionate care.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a governance/quality role.
• AHPRA registered Nurse (RN).
• Current National Police Check with Australian working rights.
• Experience leading audits and governance reviews to drive improvement.
• Solid understanding of aged care compliance, governance and quality.
• Proven track record of driving clinical governance frameworks in complex environments.
• Strong communication to influence stakeholders with data-driven insights.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel frequently.

Responsibilities

• Drive clinical governance: Lead enterprise-wide initiatives that elevate care quality, resident safety, and overall living experiences.
• Master regulatory engagement: Serve as the point of contact during Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission visits, accreditation, and audits.
• Translate data into action: Build executive-level reporting frameworks with insights on risk, compliance, and clinical performance.
• Reporting & Governance: Collate quality data, audit results, and clinical metrics for board reporting and regulatory bodies.
• Build collaborative capability: Mentor staff and uplift governance maturity across all homes.
• On-Site Reviews & Auditing: Conduct regular on-site quality visits, facility walkthroughs, and mock accreditation audits.

Skills

Lead audits

Data-driven reporting

Stakeholder influence

Clinical governance

Communication

Travel readiness

Police check

Education

RN with AHPRA registration

Job description

Columbia Aged Care is seeking a Quality Compliance Lead to shape governance, foster learning culture, and elevate clinical excellence across New South Wales. The role involves travel to regional facilities for site visits, audits, and governance reviews.

You will drive audits, engage regulators, translate data into actionable insights, and mentor teams to lift governance maturity. Join a values-driven organisation dedicated to safe, compassionate care.