Deputy Operations Manager

FRS Recruitment ·www.frsrecruitment.com

Location Dublin City Centre, Dublin, Ireland
Salary EUR 53,000 - 55,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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Deputy Operations Manager, based in Dublin

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced healthcare operations professional seeking to develop their leadership career within one of Ireland's growing community healthcare providers. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting operational excellence and service growth across an expanding portfolio of services.

My client is seeking an ambitious and highly organised Deputy Operations Manager to support the Operations Manager in the day-to-day management, coordination and development of services across the organisation.

This is a dynamic operational role requiring a combination of office-based and community-based working. The successful candidate will work closely with clinical and operational teams to ensure the safe, effective and efficient delivery of services across the organisation, including:

  • IV Antibiotic (OPAT) Services
  • GP Practices
  • Nursing Home Services
  • Virtual Ward Services
  • Nurse Advice Line
  • Community Nursing Services

The Deputy Operations Manager will also participate in the organisation's out-of-hours operational on-call rota and support service continuity across all areas of the business.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Support the Operations Manager in the daily management and oversight of all services.
  • Assist with workforce planning, rostering, recruitment, on-boarding and resource allocation.
  • Monitor service performance, activity levels and operational KPIs.
  • Support the implementation of new services, projects and operational initiatives.
  • Ensure operational policies and procedures are implemented consistently across all services.
  • Assist in managing incidents, complaints, investigations and service improvement actions.
  • Maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Service Delivery

  • Conduct regular visits to community locations, GP practices, nursing homes and partner healthcare providers.
  • Support clinical and non-clinical teams to ensure high-quality service delivery.
  • Assist with audits, quality assurance programmes and regulatory compliance requirements.
  • Support the implementation of HSE and organisational service developments.
  • Ensure services operate in line with company policies, governance requirements and best practice standards.

Leadership & Team Support

  • Provide day-to-day support and guidance to operational and clinical teams.
  • Act as a point of escalation in the absence of the Operations Manager.
  • Promote a positive, collaborative and patient-centred culture.
  • Support staff development, training and performance management processes.

Out-of-Hours Responsibilities

  • Participate in the operational on-call rota.
  • Provide operational support and escalation management outside of normal business hours when required.
  • Support business continuity and emergency response arrangements.

Essential Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years' experience in an nursing / operational , healthcare management or service coordination role.
  • Minimum 5 years post Nursing Qualification
  • Strong understanding of healthcare governance, quality and compliance requirements.
  • Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and healthcare management systems.
  • Full clean driving licence and willingness to travel regularly between service locations.

Desirable Criteria

  • Qualification in Healthcare Management, Business Management, Nursing, Health & Social Care or a related discipline.
  • Experience supporting operational delivery across multiple healthcare services.
  • Knowledge of HSE-funded community healthcare programmes.
  • Experience participating in an on-call management rota.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Opportunity to work across a diverse range of innovative healthcare services.
  • Supportive leadership team and collaborative working environment.
  • Professional development and career progression opportunities.
  • Access to training, mentoring and leadership development programmes.
  • Hybrid working across office, community and service locations.
  • Participation in strategic service development and organisational growth initiatives.
  • Mileage and travel expenses for approved business travel.
  • Employee well-being initiatives and access to professional support services.
  • Bike to work scheme
  • Company car
  • Company pension
  • On-site parking
  • Private medical insurance
  • Sick pay
  • Pension

Please contact me, Eithne Vaughan-Witts, through this website. I will respond with all further detail on this role.

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Deputy Operations Manager role?
FRS Recruitment is hiring for the Deputy Operations Manager position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Deputy Operations Manager job located?
The Deputy Operations Manager role with FRS Recruitment is based in Dublin City Centre, IE.
What does the Deputy Operations Manager role pay?
FRS Recruitment lists the Deputy Operations Manager role at EUR 53,000–55,000 per year.
Is the Deputy Operations Manager role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at FRS Recruitment.
What experience level is the Deputy Operations Manager role?
The Deputy Operations Manager position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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