Vacancy I Head of Hospital Operations

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Main Focus Areas Vacancy I Head of Hospital Operations Lenmed is a respected and fast-growing healthcare group committed to delivering world-class clinical outcomes and exceptional patient care. As a proudly global organisation with a growing international presence, including recent expansion into the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) states, we are deeply invested in the communities we serve and the dedicated professionals who bring our vision to life. Guided by our vision to be a leading global provider of person-centred healthcare driven by compassion, excellence, and innovation, we place people at the heart of everything we do. Our purpose is to create healthy and prosperous communities that inspires us to go beyond care, working collaboratively to ensure sustainable impact across every region we serve. About us: At Lenmed, our strength lies in our people, skilled, compassionate individuals committed to accessible, innovative healthcare. We foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and personal growth, supported by strong leadership and a clear strategic direction. Role Summary: Provide strategic leadership and oversight for hospital-based operational functions across the Group, including Engineering and Facilities, People & Culture, Finance, Clinical Operations, Nursing Operations, Pharmacy and PMO. Integrate functional priorities, align teams and ensure consistent and efficient service delivery across the hospital network in support of Group strategy. Key Performance Areas: (include but are not limited to) The successful candidate will perform, inter alia, the following key performance areas: Key Performance Areas: - Translate Group priorities into integrated functional operating plans aligned to hospital requirements. - Coordinate Engineering and Facilities, People & Culture, Finance, Clinical Operations, Nursing, Pharmacy and PMO, resolving cross-functional priorities and service dependencies. - Maintain a consolidated view of hospital and functional operating performance and drive recovery actions. - Partner with Finance and functional leaders on budgets, resources, investment priorities, costs, productivity and financial controls. - Integrate safety, clinical, nursing, pharmacy, engineering and facilities governance into operational delivery and business continuity. - Set operational priorities for hospital projects, ensuring readiness, delivery, handover and benefits tracking. - Lead and develop functional leaders, strengthen accountability and align hospital, country and Group stakeholders. Post Requirements: (include but are not limited to) Minimum Required Education: • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Health Administration, Engineering or a related field. • Master's degree in Business Administration, Health Systems Management or equivalent is preferred. Inherent Requirements: • Minimum 10 years of senior operational leadership experience in healthcare or a complex multi-site service environment. • Proven executive-level experience managing multiple functions, formulating strategy, managing performance and integrating functions. • Strong business and financial acumen, including budgeting, cost control, productivity and operational governance. • Knowledge of clinical and nursing governance, facilities and engineering requirements, and project and change management in high-compliance environments. • English proficiency; additional South African languages are advantageous. • Ability to travel regularly to hospitals and be available for material operating incidents and business-continuity matters. Personal Attributes • Strategic thinker with strong business and financial acumen. • High integrity, professional judgement and sound decision-making. • Resilient and adaptable in a dynamic, complex operating environment. • Collaborative leader who builds capability and influences with impact • Results-driven, with a strong commitment to quality, accountability and exceptional patient care. Application Process: If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in healthcare and meet the requirements for this critical leadership role, we invite you to bring your expertise, your heart, and your commitment to excellence to Lenmed. Join us in shaping a healthier, more prosperous future for our patients, our communities, and our people. Candidates who meet the minimum criteria will be subjected to an interview and evaluation process. Please note that previous employers and references will be contacted, and qualifications, credit, and criminal records will be verified. Candidates will also be required to disclose all financial interests. To apply, please submit a covering letter, a comprehensive CV, original certified copies of your qualifications, ID document, and driver’s license. Kindly include the names and contact details of three references from current and previous employers. Applications must be submitted via e-mail to Jackie Naicker Jackie.naicker@lenmed.co.za Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you do not receive a response within 3 months from closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Closing Date: 05 November 2026

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