Regional Area Manager

Lead Clinical Governance. Drive Operational Excellence. Shape the Future of Care. Are you an experienced clinical leader with a passion for improving the lives of older Australians? Do you bring strong operational expertise, a commitment to quality, and the ability to lead multiple residential aged care homes to high performance? Respect is seeking a dedicated and forward‑thinking Regional Area Manager to oversee and support our Queensland and New South Wales residential aged care portfolio. This is a pivotal senior role responsible for ensuring safe, high‑quality care, strong operational performance, and a thriving organisational culture across multiple homes. Who We Are As a not‑for‑profit organisation, everything we do is driven by our commitment to supporting older Australians with dignity, compassion and genuine connection. We’re a growing, values‑led organisation with a strong focus on our residents, their families and our team. When you join Respect, you become part of a supportive community that thrives on collaboration, trust and the shared belief that everyone deserves to feel valued. We are proud to be the largest provider of aged care services in Regional Australia. If you’re looking for an organisation that invests in its people, celebrates purpose, and offers meaningful career pathways, you’ll feel right at home with us. The Position The Regional Area Manager is responsible for providing clinical governance and operational oversight across multiple residential aged care homes. Working in alignment with Respect’s strategic priorities, you will: Oversee day‑to‑day operations and identify ongoing improvements Support, coach and guide General Managers to achieve excellence Ensure high‑quality care and compliance with the Aged Care Quality Standards Liaise with the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission when required Monitor occupancy, funding trends, and financial performance Lead strategies to improve occupancy, care outcomes, staff capability, and resident experience Manage complaints, workforce matters, and safety issues in collaboration with Executive and People & Culture Oversee roster management, personnel levels, and workforce planning Contribute to policy development and organisational planning Relieve General Managers during extended absences when required Provide timely reporting and maintain strong communication with the Chief of Residential Aged Care Support continuous quality improvement and major organisational projects Foster a positive, ethical, and high‑performance culture across all homes This role is remote, with regular travel to Queensland and New South Wales sites. Qualifications & Experience Tertiary qualification in Nursing Current AHPRA registration Current Driver’s Licence and ability to travel regularly Current NDIS Worker Screening (or ability to obtain) Experience as a Residential Aged Care Manager or similar senior role Strong understanding of clinical governance and aged care compliance Experience in residential aged care Strong decision‑making, problem‑solving, and leadership capabilities Excellent communication, interpersonal, and public speaking skills What we can offer you Competitive salary and entitlements Not‑for‑profit salary packaging A meaningful, purpose‑driven career within a stable and growing sector Opportunities for learning, development, and career progression Discounted private health insurance Supportive, values‑based organisational culture Our Purpose To care for the elderly in our communities in an environment of respect, value, and belonging. Our Values Respect – Treat all people with fairness and dignity Care – Look after and protect the elderly and one another Teamwork – Encourage, cooperate, and build trust Courage – Do the right thing, even when it’s difficult Integrity – Be open, honest, and trustworthy Innovation – Think differently to solve problems Excellence – Drive quality and continuous improvement #J-18808-Ljbffr