Defence Site Leader - Hospitality & Facilities

Compass Group Pty Limited; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defence site role

Career progression

Training programs

Supportive culture

Job summary

Compass Group Pty Limited is seeking a Base Manager to lead hospitality, cleaning, accommodation and facilities services across Defence sites. You’ll ensure safety, quality and client satisfaction while directing multidisciplinary teams.

This is a dynamic leadership role requiring strong communication, budgeting, and stakeholder management, with the ability to build durable client relationships on-site.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of large, diverse teams.
• Experience running multi-service operations (hospitality, cleaning, facilities).
• Strong budgeting, forecasting and reporting abilities.
• Excellent stakeholder management and client relations skills.
• Ability to obtain Defence security clearance and maintain compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the base, including catering, accommodation, cleaning.
• Lead, support, 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.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Budgeting

Communication

Defence sector experience

Job description

Compass Group Pty Limited is seeking a Base Manager to lead hospitality, cleaning, accommodation and facilities services across Defence sites. You’ll ensure safety, quality and client satisfaction while directing multidisciplinary teams.

This is a dynamic leadership role requiring strong communication, budgeting, and stakeholder management, with the ability to build durable client relationships on-site.