We currently have an opportunity for a Manager – Quality and Performance to join our Health & Education team at Bendigo Hospital and play a key role by supporting and deputising for the Senior Manager – Quality & Performance, helping to deliver end‑to‑end quality assurance, contract compliance, performance management and continuous improvement outcomes for the PPP contract. Reporting to the Senior Manager – Quality & Performance, you'll help deliver high‑quality outcomes that support our essential services. What You'll Do Take accountability for day‑to‑day governance of quality systems, audits, KPI validation, abatement risk management and reporting accuracy across all service lines. Implement and continuously improve the Performance Monitoring Program. Oversee, manage and deliver monthly, quarterly and ad hoc performance reporting. Act as the escalation point for complex quality, performance and compliance matters, the role ensures Downer maintains an audit‑ready, defensible and high‑performing contract position. Maintain the Contract Risk Management Plan and Risk & Opportunity Register. Provide governance oversight and be responsible for drafting and delivering incident reporting and investigations. In the absence of the Senior Manager, the role assumes full accountability for quality and performance governance, stakeholder engagement and contractual assurance obligations. What You'll Bring Tertiary qualification in Quality, Risk, Business, Health, Engineering or related discipline Lead or Internal Auditor qualification (ISO 9001 or equivalent) Significant experience in quality, performance or contract assurance in complex or regulated environments (PPP/health preferred) Demonstrated experience acting or deputising at senior management level Operating within a 24/7 healthcare PPP environment, the role requires strong judgement, influence and resilience, with a focus on proactive risk management, data‑driven decision‑making and continuous improvement. More than anything, you'll bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a commitment to delivering high‑quality outcomes for our clients. Benefits Training and development to support and diversify your career. With 30% of vacancies filled internally you'll find real opportunities to advance your career. : healthcare discounts, great savings on retail purchases, car purchases and much more. Employee Assistance Program: professional support for you and your family when you need it most. Commitment to Inclusion and Belonging Our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas. We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesn't align perfectly with this role, we'd still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit, apply. As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexibility that works for your life, inclusive leadership that values your voice, and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it. If you need support or adjustments through the recruitment process, just let us know, we're here to help you put your best foot forward. #J-18808-Ljbffr