Salary: SCHADS Award – Level 6 PP 1 to Level 7 PP 1
Application Deadline: September 5, 2025

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for community service?
Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of older Australians?

Auburn Meals on Wheels is seeking a dynamic and compassionate Service Manager to lead our dedicated team, support our incredible volunteers, and drive the ongoing success of our trusted and much-loved local service.

About Us

For over 59 years, Auburn Meals on Wheels has been more than just a meal delivery service. We promote wellbeing, independence, and dignity by providing nutritious meals and meaningful social connections to seniors and vulnerable people in our community.

In addition to home-delivered meals, we also provide Social Support and Centre-Based Meals for Arabic, Chinese, and English-speaking groups, creating important opportunities for cultural connection and community engagement.

Your Role

Reporting to the Board of Management, you’ll oversee the day-to-day operations of the service – from staff and volunteer management, compliance, and financial oversight, through to strategic planning, funding, and community engagement.

This is a hands-on leadership role where no two days are the same, and your contribution truly matters.

Key Responsibilities

Provide effective leadership and operational management

Oversee staff and volunteer coordination, recruitment, and supervision

Ensure compliance with the Aged Care Act and other relevant standards

Manage budgets, funding acquittals, and financial reporting

Support marketing, communications, and community partnerships

Lead quality improvement and service development initiatives

Report regularly to the Board and contribute to strategic planning

What You’ll Bring

Essential:

Relevant tertiary qualifications in community services, social work or management

Proven experience leading teams in a community or not-for-profit setting

Strong financial, governance, and compliance management skills

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities

Commitment to diversity and inclusive service delivery

Ability to obtain a National Police Check

Highly Desirable:

Knowledge of CHSP funding and aged care reforms

Experience working with Boards

Volunteer management experience

Ready to apply?
Send your resume and a brief cover letter addressing the key selection criteria to

The Chairperson

Meals on Wheels Auburn Inc.

6 Euston Rd

AUBURN NSW 2144

Email: [email protected]

Please note that only applications with a cover letter will be considered.

For more information or a confidential chat, contact 02 9897 3832