Senior IPAC Manager — Strategy, Governance & Growth

Eastern Health; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentor and Shadowing program

Discovery days across 50 sites

Study and professional development le

Flexible working hours

Salary packaging options

Private Health Insurance offers

Digital upskilling: Excel & Power BI

Cafés at all Hospitals

Job summary

Eastern Health is seeking an IPAC Manager to lead the Infection Prevention and Control service across the organisation. You will drive strategic and operational initiatives, oversee governance and surveillance, and work closely with the Deputy Director Operations to minimise healthcare-associated infections.

The role requires NMBA registration, post-graduate qualification in Infection Prevention and Control, and proven leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Registration with NMBA via AHPRA.
• Post-graduate qualification in Infection Prevention and Control.
• Strong leadership and managerial experience.
• Proven ability to implement service improvements.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across the IPAC service.
• Oversee governance, surveillance, and NSQHS compliance.
• Drive workforce planning and staff development.
• Foster a positive culture and continuous improvement.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Staff coaching

Infection control knowledge

Strategic planning

Education

NMBA registration via AHPRA

Post-graduate qualification in Infection Prevention and Control

Job description

Eastern Health is seeking an IPAC Manager to lead the Infection Prevention and Control service across the organisation. You will drive strategic and operational initiatives, oversee governance and surveillance, and work closely with the Deputy Director Operations to minimise healthcare-associated infections.

The role requires NMBA registration, post-graduate qualification in Infection Prevention and Control, and proven leadership experience.