PPP Operations Lead — Melton Hospital Project

Western Health Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Wellbeing programs

Scholarships and learning grants

Job summary

Western Health Australia is leading the creation of a brand-new hospital in Melton, Victoria. The PPP Operator Lead will drive engagement with Exemplar, government partners and the project team to ensure readiness and performance aligned with the PPP contract.

You will build strong partnerships, oversee governance, and support operational readiness, commissioning and integration of PPP-provided services into hospital operations.

Qualifications

• Experience overseeing PPP contracts, including risk, performance, and dispute resolution.
• Exceptional organisational skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to brief executives and produce high-quality documentation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and work within a constantly changing environment.
• Qualifications in Business, Health Administration, Construction, or a related discipline (desirable).
• Understanding of healthcare environments (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Lead engagement with the Melton Hospital PPP consortium (Exemplar) and coordinate with Western Health.
• Act as Western Health's liaison between the health service, PPP contractor, and Melton Hospital project team.
• Build relationships with senior executives, clinical leaders, government stakeholders and PPP partners.
• Support operational readiness, commissioning activities, and integration of PPP services into hospital operations.
• Develop governance structures, reporting frameworks, policies, and contract administration tools.
• Promote innovation, quality improvement, and alignment with Western Health values.

Skills

PPP contract oversight

Stakeholder engagement

Contract administration

Governance & reporting

Communication with executives

Education

Business/Health Administration/Construction

Job description

Western Health Australia is leading the creation of a brand-new hospital in Melton, Victoria. The PPP Operator Lead will drive engagement with Exemplar, government partners and the project team to ensure readiness and performance aligned with the PPP contract.

You will build strong partnerships, oversee governance, and support operational readiness, commissioning and integration of PPP-provided services into hospital operations.