Join the ECMS Team: Regional Operations Manager
Are you passionate about shaping young minds and making a difference in your community?
At ECMS, we're proud to be a not-for-profit community organisation that's all about making a difference in the lives of children and families.
With 76 kindergartens and early learning services across Melbourne, our team of ****+ dedicated people work together to create joyful and enriching learning experiences with the safeguarding of children at the centre of everything we do.
For us, it's more than just early learning, it's about building connections, nurturing growth, and being part of something truly meaningful in our communities.
We're looking for an experienced Regional Operations Manager to drive operational performance, compliance and service quality at ECMS services across multiple LGAs.
Why ECMS?
We offer award winning professional development opportunities including unlimited access to online resources, in house practice coaching team, annual conference and PD days
We're committed to making a positive impact in our communities – we're a proud place based, for purpose, not for profit, who put people at the centre of our work
Generous salary and salary packaging, hybrid work from home options, and a car allowance
Generous benefits – 50% childcare discount, discounts to hundreds of major retailers, paid parental leave, funded first aid and monthly RDO
We have a supportive and inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated – 84% of our team recommend ECMS as a great place to work!
About you
You hold a Bachelor-level qualification in early childhood education, management, or related discipline
You have proven experience leading multi-site operational teams in early childhood education and care or a related
human services sector
You are a natural problem solver, able to build relationship with others and adapt as required




You can demonstrate the ability to identify development initiatives, pilot and demonstrate projects that enhance an organisations standing in the broader sector
You show a strong ability to utilise critical thinking and sound judgement when making decisions in complex situations
You have understanding of the National Quality Framework, WHS and Child Protected Standards, and
service-level compliance requirements
You have experience managing service budgets and driving operational improvement across geographically dispersed
locations
You champion an evidence-based approach, proactively utilising data and insight to continuously improve services
You hold a current Victorian Driver's Licence, a current Working with Children's Check (WWCC), a satisfactory national police check and have current training completion certificates for 'Protecting Children - Mandatory Reporting and Other Obligations for the Early Childhood Sector' and 'Foundations of Child Safety Training'.
About the role
The Regional Operations Manager leads a team of Area Managers to oversee the operational performance, compliance and service quality of ECMS services across multiple LGAs.
The role ensures that services operate efficiently, safely and sustainably, that service leaders are supported to deliver Exceeding practice, and that operations are aligned with ECMS' pedagogical
and practice frameworks, regulatory requirements and reform priorities.
Join us in shaping the future of early education!
ECMS is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.
Successful applicants are required to adhere to our child safe practices and policies located on our website.
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from diverse communities and backgrounds are encouraged.
If you're passionate about early childhood education and care, and you're looking for a rewarding career with a supportive and inclusive organisation, we encourage you to apply today!

📌 Regional Operations Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Early Childhood Management Services
📍 Melbourne