Residential Manager

The Haven, 156 Bourke Street, Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia Posted Thursday 22 January 2026 at 1:00 pm | Expires Monday 23 February 2026 at 12:59 pm Discover a career where care goes both ways Permanent Full time Key leadership opportunity driving operational and clinical performance Competitive salary + NFP salary packaging + relocation and accommodation support Enjoy 7 additional leave days per year and Fitness Passport Are you a compassionate and experienced aged care leader ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking an experienced Residential Manager to lead The Haven, our well-established 110-bed residential aged care home known for its warm community feel, dedicated employees, and commitment to high-quality, person-centred care. You’ll be joining a supportive organisation that values strong leadership, innovation, and continuous improvement. Located in the vibrant regional city of Wagga Wagga and surrounded by beautiful river walks and open spaces, Wagga Wagga provides the perfect balance of career opportunity and lifestyle. As the Residential Manager, you will provide overall leadership and direction for the home, driving excellence in clinical care, compliance, resident experience, and employee engagement. Supported by a stable and fully staffed master roster, you will be well positioned to focus on quality outcomes and continuous improvement. You will be supported by a dedicated leadership team including three Care Managers, a Workplace Educator, Administration Manager, Coordinators for Lifestyle, Pastoral Care, Maintenance and Housekeeping, and a committed team of nurses and carers. In addition, you'll have access to a Regional Manager and centralised support from HR, Recruitment, Workforce Rostering and Operational teams. Key responsibilities: Lead and inspire multidisciplinary teams to deliver person-centred care Ensure compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and Accreditation requirements Drive continuous improvement in clinical outcomes and resident experience Operational planning, budgeting, and resource management Build strong relationships with residents, families, employees, and the wider community What you'll bring: Bachelor of Nursing tertiary qualification Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse At least 5 years of highly relevant employment experience in nurse leadership / management roles In-depth knowledge of aged care legislation, strengthened standards, and AN-ACC processes Proven leadership in healthcare operations, including rostering and financial oversight A collaborative, compassionate leadership style and excellence communication skills Enjoy a competitive salary package plus not for profit salary packaging and relocation and accommodation support for those moving to Wagga Wagga Be part of a supportive team culture and well-established leadership structure Thrive in a well-resourced, values-driven organisation that supports your leadership Access generous not-for-profit salary packaging benefits to reduce your taxable income Take advantage of Fitness Passport for discounted gym memberships Benefit from paid parental leave and an additional 6 days of paid family leave Access long service leave after just 5 years of service Join a welcoming and inclusive organisation that embrace people of all faiths and backgrounds Ready to make a difference?Apply now and become part of a team that values compassion, courage, and integrity in everything that we do. Catholic Healthcare acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we live, work and dream. We pay our respects to their Indigenous Elders past and present, for they hold the traditions, culture, and hopes of their people as we journey towards reconciliation. We welcome and encourage applications from people across our diverse community, especially from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. We believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued and heard regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity or disability. Hello Recruitment Agencies, thanks for thinking of us. Right now, we’re looking to fill this opportunity directly so if we do need your assistance we’ll be in touch. The Haven, 156 Bourke Street, Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia #J-18808-Ljbffr