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Site Manager - Defence

Compass Group Australia -
Coolangatta QLD

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Management
Budgeting
Leadership
Financial acumen
Communication skills

Full Job Description

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.

This role will be FIFO to Wagga Wagga, NSW with the ability to travel throughout the state, we’re looking for an accomplished leader looking for a challenge and the opportunity to develop your career. FIFO from Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane available!

As the Site Manager, you’ll 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 we’re 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 [email protected].

Our people’s 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.

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