Site Manager Relief

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.

We are seeking a strong leader to join our Compass Group team providing relief coverage across Defence sites from Sydney to Wagga Wagga NSW. Were looking for an accomplished leader looking for a challenge and the opportunity to develop their career with a global organisation.

As the Site 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 Defence 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

• 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
• 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

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.