Facility Manager - Bracken House

UPA External; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options up to $15,900

Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Retention bonus up to $500

AHPRA registration support

ACN Platinum Member

Supportive work environment

Flexible working arrangements

Education and support

Community impact

Job summary

UPA is seeking a Facility Manager for Bracken House Hostel in the Western Region to lead the 74-bed facility and ensure high-quality aged care services. You will oversee clinical governance, mentor a multi-disciplinary team and ensure accreditation standards are met, with weekend coverage as required.

The successful candidate will hold current AHPRA registration, be committed to quality improvement, and have 3–5 years of aged care experience.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration and willingness to obtain a National Police Check.
• Commitment to Quality Improvement and Aged Care Accreditation standards.
• 3-5 years clinical experience in aged care.
• Knowledge of Aged Care Act, best practice documentation.
• Demonstrated experience in mentoring & supervising a multi-disciplinary team of staff.
• Knowledge of best practice documentation and relevant Commonwealth aged care funding instruments.
• Flexibility in days of work including working weekends.
• A strong passion and commitment in the delivery of Aged Care Services.
• A deep empathy and general care for aged care residents.
• Previous experience as an Aged Care Facility Manager is highly desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Tertiary qualifications in a related area viewed favourably.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and day-to-day management of Bracken House Hostel (Western Region).
• Oversee clinical governance and quality improvement initiatives.
• Mentor and supervise a multi-disciplinary care team.
• Ensure compliance with Aged Care Act and accreditation standards.
• Support staff in documentation and best-practice processes.
• Work flexible hours including weekends as required.

Skills

Aged care knowledge

Leadership & mentoring

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Quality improvement

Flexibility

Empathy

Policy knowledge

Passion for aged care

Education

Tertiary qualifications in a related area

Job description

FACILITY MANAGER

The Organisation

The United Protestant Association of NSW Limited (“UPA”) is a values-driven non-profit care organisation serving local communities throughout NSW, with a vision of always ensuring we have “our people by our side”. With a staff compliment of 1400 and a turnover in excess of $100M, UPA is a non-profit Company limited by guarantee.

Our services include:

• Residential Aged Care
• Home Care Services
• Retirement Villages

The Opportunity

Bracken House Hostel in our Western Region (a 74-bed facility)

provides exceptional care and services to senior members of the community.

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Facility Manager to join our team and manage this successful service. Experience in Aged Care is preferred along with recent management experience.

In fulfilling the role, it is essential that you have:

• Current AHPRA registration and willingness to obtain a National Police Check
• Commitment to Quality Improvement and Aged Care Accreditation standards
• 3-5 years clinical experience in aged care
• Knowledge of Aged Care Act, best practice documentation
• Demonstrated experience in mentoring & supervising a multi-disciplinary team of staff
• Knowledge of best practice documentation and relevant Commonwealth aged care funding instruments
• Flexibility in days of work including working weekends.
• A strong passionand commitment in the delivery of Aged Care Services
• A deep empathy and general care for aged care residents
• Previous experience as an Aged Care Facility Manager is highly desirable
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Tertiary qualifications in a related area viewed favourably

You will have autonomy in the role but will have the support from a strong, engaged and seasoned leadership and corporate support team. The role offers a generous remuneration package in line with experience, skills and qualifications. You have the ability to leave your mark and contribute to the development of an unparalleled level of residential aged care in the local community.

Benefits and perks

• Competitive remuneration including eligibility for not-for-profit salary packaging options for permanent employees (up to $15,900 living expenses and $2,650 entertainment benefits, tax free)
• Access to a Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Up to $500 retention bonus for permanent appointments
• Support provided for your ongoing AHPRA registration requirements (including payment of annual fees)
• Platinum Member of the Australian College of Nursing
• Supportive and friendly work environment
• Work/life balance and flexible working arrangements available
• Workplace education and support provided
• Opportunity to make a real difference to your community and the lives of those in need

Pre-employment screening

The successful candidate is required to have completed/have a willingness to undertake the following:

• Vaccinated in accordance with UPA’s Immunisation and Vaccination Policy. (including proof of the required doses of a TGA approved COVID-19 vaccine and annual influenza)
• Undertake a National Criminal History Check
• Pre-Employment Medical Assessment

Appointment is subject to satisfactory of all pre-employment checks.

Advertised: 23 Sep 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 23 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the UPA’s Talent Team at [e-mail].

To find out more about UPA of NSW, we invite you to visit our website at www.upa.org.au.