Site Manager

Compass Group

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profile Job Location:

Canberra - Australia

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 25-10-2025
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

ESS delivers the best hospitality and support services to remote and Defence sites across Australia. From mess halls to accommodation and recreation facilities our teams keep Defence communities running smoothly every day.

As the Base Manager youll be responsible for ensuring all hospitality cleaning accommodation and facilities services run efficiently and safely maintaining the highest standards of quality compliance and client satisfaction.

This is a leadership role suited to someone who thrives in a dynamic multi-service environment and enjoys leading diverse teams to deliver excellence every day.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the base including catering accommodation cleaning and transport services

  • Lead support and develop a multidisciplinary team to achieve operational and client outcomes

  • Ensure all services are delivered safely efficiently and in line with Defence and company standards

  • Build and maintain strong client relationships acting as the primary on-site contact

  • Manage budgets reporting and performance against contractual KPIs

  • Drive a culture of safety accountability and continuous improvement

  • Oversee compliance with Defence security requirements and site protocols

What were looking for

  • Proven experience in operations facilities or hospitality management (Defence remote or large-scale site experience highly regarded)

  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage diverse teams and complex operations

  • Excellent communication and relationship management skills

  • Financial and operational acumen with experience managing budgets and reporting

  • A proactive professional and solutions-focused approach

  • Australian Citizenship is a mandatory requirement for this position (Defence security clearance required)

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a National Police Check and Defence clearance

The Benefits

  • Lead a key Defence site within a respected national organisation

  • Job security and career progression opportunities within Compass Group

  • Access to training development and leadership programs

  • Supportive professional environment with a strong safety culture

We are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair equitable and accessible for all. If you require adjustments or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process please reach out to us on either 1300TALENT or.

Our peoples unique backgrounds experience and abilities are at the heart of our vibrant workforce. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the diverse communities that we serve where everyone feels empowered and valued. By building diverse teams means we are creating inclusive environments for all our people and those we connect with through our day-to-day operation. We welcome & encourage applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples people of all backgrounds ages sexual orientation gender expressions gender identity and people with disability.


Required Experience:

Manager

ESS delivers the best hospitality and support services to remote and Defence sites across Australia. From mess halls to accommodation and recreation facilities our teams keep Defence communities running smoothly every day.As the Base Manager youll be responsible for ensuring all hospitality cleaning...
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Key Skills

  • Computer Skills
  • Lean
  • Management Experience
  • Process Improvement
  • Warehouse Distribution Experience
  • OSHA
  • Process Management
  • Training & Development
  • LIHTC
  • Leadership Experience
  • Property Management
  • Supervising Experience

About Company

Compass Group Australia provide contract food and support services nationwide, from the most remote areas to fine dining in the CBD.

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