Assistant Director of Operations (Healthcare)

RN Care Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established healthcare institution in Singapore is looking for an experienced operations leader to manage hospital services. This role includes overseeing facilities, supply chain activities, and food service operations, ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate should have over 15 years of leadership experience in hospital operations or facilities management. This position offers a chance to contribute to critical healthcare functions and drive service excellence within the organization.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in hospital operations or facilities management.
• Extensive background in leadership roles within a healthcare setting.
• Strong skills in people management and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all hospital operational services, including facilities and biomedical engineering.
• Manage procurement and inventory control of medical supplies.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and operational standards.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Facilities management

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration or related discipline

Job description

About the Company

We are representing a well-established healthcare institution in Singapore that is seeking a seasoned operations leader to oversee key non-clinical functions across the organisation. This role offers the opportunity to support essential hospital operations, drive service excellence, and contribute to the smooth functioning of a mission-critical healthcare environment.

About the Role

In this leadership position, you will be responsible for managing the full spectrum of hospital operational services, including facilities, biomedical engineering, materials management, security, housekeeping, food services, and medical records. You will ensure that all support functions operate efficiently, meet regulatory requirements, and align with the hospital’s strategic goals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the maintenance, enhancement, and operational readiness of all hospital buildings, infrastructure, and equipment.
• Develop long-term facilities development and renovation plans.
• Manage biomedical engineering services, including medical equipment maintenance, lifecycle planning, and acquisitions.
• Lead supply chain activities, ensuring timely procurement, inventory control, and distribution of medical and general supplies.
• Build strong relationships with vendors and service providers.
• Supervise food service operations, ensuring high standards of nutrition, hygiene, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure accurate, confidential, and compliant management of patient medical records.
• Lead security operations to maintain a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors, including the implementation of security protocols.
• Manage housekeeping, hygiene standards, laundry, and linen services to support patient care.
• Oversee landscaping and pest management activities to maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Provide leadership to departmental heads and operational teams.
• Work collaboratively with clinical and support departments to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Manage budgets, resources, and operational planning.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and cost-optimisation efforts.
• Ensure adherence to all policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Undertake any additional duties as assigned by senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, business, facilities management, or a related discipline.
• Extensive experience in hospital operations, facilities management, or similar fields.
• At least 15 years of relevant leadership experience.
• Strong people management, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.

Your interest will be treated with the strictest of confidence. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified or contacted.

RN Care Pte. Ltd

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