Regional Defence Health Operations Leader

APM (Australia)

Canberra

On-site

AUD 140,000 - 190,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

Acumen Health in Australia is seeking an experienced Manager to lead regional service delivery across a designated Defence region, guiding on- and off-base operations and ensuring contractual KPIs are met. You will build high-performing teams and strengthen relationships with Defence stakeholders to deliver sustainable outcomes for service members.

The role calls for strategic leadership, workforce planning, and accountability for safety, governance, and compliance.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years' experience within occupational rehabilitation, injury management, or similar.
  • Strong leadership and people management capabilities.
  • Proven ability to manage budgets and financial performance metrics.
  • Current professional registration in an allied health discipline.

Responsibilities

  • Lead regional service delivery operations to meet KPIs, service standards and compliance.
  • Promote governance, safety and continuous quality improvement across settings.
  • Build and maintain Defence stakeholder relationships; escalate complex issues.
  • Coach and develop teams; oversee workforce planning and capability development.
  • Oversee regional P&L, revenue, margin and EBITDA outcomes.
  • Represent Acumen Health at customer meetings and contract reviews.

Skills

Operational leadership
People management
Stakeholder relationship building
Defence sector experience
Strategic planning

Education

Allied Health qualification with professional registration

Job description

Acumen Health in Australia is seeking an experienced Manager to lead regional service delivery across a designated Defence region, guiding on- and off-base operations and ensuring contractual KPIs are met. You will build high-performing teams and strengthen relationships with Defence stakeholders to deliver sustainable outcomes for service members.

The role calls for strategic leadership, workforce planning, and accountability for safety, governance, and compliance.

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