Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients. 

At Epworth, we are united in our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace—one that is culturally safe and respectful of the enduring cultural and spiritual connections of our people.

We value all differences, ensure equitable practices, and empower individuals to lead and learn inclusively in their everyday interactions. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

Make your expertise matter — supporting care at every site

At Epworth HealthCare, the work you do behind the scenes plays a critical role in delivering safe, high‑quality care to our patients and community. We’re seeking an experienced Facilities Contracts Manager to lead the procurement, management and performance of our facilities and fleet contracts across all Epworth sites.

This is a senior, influential role where you’ll partner closely with operational leaders to ensure facilities services are reliable, compliant, cost‑effective and aligned with Epworth’s purpose — Every Patient Matters.

Reporting to the Group Manager Facilities & Asset Management, you’ll take ownership of contracts from tender through to performance management, while building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Why this role is different

• Purpose with impact – Your work directly supports safe, high‑quality patient care
• True ownership – End‑to‑end responsibility for facilities and fleet contracts
• Enterprise exposure – Work across multiple hospitals and sites
• Strategic and hands‑on – Procurement, negotiations, performance and improvement
• A respected organisation – Victoria’s largest not‑for‑profit private healthcare group

Key responsibilities

You’ll lead the effective management of Epworth’s facilities maintenance and fleet contracts, ensuring service delivery, compliance and value for money.

Key highlights include:

• Manage and administer facilities maintenance contracts across all sites, monitoring supplier performance against KPIs, customer service outcomes and legislative requirements
• Lead tender processes, including preparation of specifications, evaluation, supplier selection and contract implementation in line with Epworth’s Procurement Policy
• Oversee the group‑wide vehicle and fleet portfolio, including procurement, leasing, servicing, incident management and reporting
• Conduct cost and lifecycle analysis to support informed asset and procurement decisions
• Build strong working relationships with hospital executives, site facilities teams, finance and procurement stakeholders
• Lead supplier negotiations and ongoing contract performance reviews
• Maintain accurate reporting and performance data, including KPI tracking and financial forecasts
• Identify supply‑market trends, risks and opportunities for continuous improvement
• Provide expert advice to senior leaders on contract, supplier and asset management matters

This role suits someone who enjoys operating in complex environments, balancing commercial outcomes with service excellence and safety.

About you

You’re a confident, commercially minded facilities or contracts professional who thrives in high‑accountability roles.

You’ll bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Procurement, Engineering, Facilities, Business Management or a related discipline (MCIPS or equivalent highly regarded)
• Extensive experience (5+ years) in contracts management, procurement and supplier negotiations
• Strong financial acumen, including cost modelling, lifecycle analysis and budget oversight
• Proven experience managing major service contracts within complex, multi‑site environments
• The ability to build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, suppliers and operational teams
• Strong analytical, reporting and problem‑solving skills
• A proactive, collaborative working style with sound judgement and attention to detail
• Experience in healthcare or large regulated environments (desirable but not essential)

Position Description  Inherent Requirements

Why join us?

At Epworth, it’s a community

It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature-age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.

If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

Ready to make a difference?

If you’re looking for a facilities and contracts role where your expertise directly supports patient care and organisational excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

Shortlisting will begin immediately. We encourage early applications as this position may close once a suitable candidate is appointed.

To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter (as a single file). 

For more information about the role, refer to the attached position description or contact [email protected] 

Apply now… we’ve over 8,000 perspectives at Epworth and we’re ready to welcome yours!

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.