Roving Facility Manager

About Radius Care

Radius Care is a New Zealand owned and operated organisation specialising in aged and health care for the elderly and disabled. With 25 locations nationwide, we employ over 1800 staff members and provide professional care to more than 1900 residents, making us one of the leading providers in the sector.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced leader for a unique position as a Roving Facility Manager. This role involves traveling across our various care homes in New Zealand, delivering operational leadership and support where most needed. The role includes leading transitions, covering management leave, mentoring emerging leaders, and leading improvement projects to enhance resident care and business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee leadership changes within facilities, ensuring smooth transitions and consistent care delivery.
• Provide temporary management coverage during periods of leave to sustain operational and leadership standards.
• Coach and mentor less experienced care home managers and leadership teams to build their skills and confidence.
• Support facilities in reaching targets related to occupancy, workforce, finances, quality, and resident satisfaction.
• Assist with audit preparation, regulatory compliance, and implementation of best practices.
• Maintain high levels of care, service quality, health and safety standards across all sites.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and projects focused on operational excellence, resident outcomes, and workforce effectiveness.

Candidate Profile

• Proven leadership experience as a Care Home Manager, Facility Manager, Village Manager, Operations Manager or similar senior role.
• Strong skills in leadership, people management, and operational oversight.
• Demonstrated experience working within aged care settings.
• Adaptable to change with the ability to quickly build effective relationships and trust.
• Confident in problem-solving and committed to achieving results.
• Prepared to travel extensively across New Zealand.
• A Registered Nurse qualification is a plus but not mandatory.
• Experience managing staff including roster planning.

Employment Details

This is a full-time role requiring 40 hours per week. The position is based in Auckland (Parnell) Support Office but demands significant travel throughout the country to support multiple sites.

Benefits and Culture

• Exposure to a variety of locations, teams, and challenges offering flexible and dynamic work experience.
• Opportunities for professional growth and extension of leadership skills across multiple care homes.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment valuing innovation, excellence, and teamwork.
• Access to staff discounts and benefits via a dedicated Staff App.
• Competitive pay with additional Employee Assistance Program support.
• The meaningful opportunity to positively impact residents, their families, and employees.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Radius Care is committed to equality and diversity in its workforce, encouraging applications from all backgrounds irrespective of gender, ethnicity, age, disability, or beliefs. We aim to maintain a safe, healthy, and supportive workplace that values the unique experiences each employee brings.