$130,000 pa negotiable based on experience
Are you an experienced hospitality, club or venue leader looking for your next career opportunity — and perhaps a regional tree change?
Traralgon Bowls Club offers an outstanding opportunity to lead a respected and vibrant community venue in the heart of Gippsland. Located in Traralgon, a thriving regional centre with excellent amenities, services and community connection, this role combines professional challenge with the lifestyle benefits of regional living.
The Club is a highly regarded venue serving Traralgon and surrounding communities. Facilities include a world-class indoor bowls centre, two grass greens, a synthetic green, 59 gaming machines, a modern bistro, meeting rooms and flexible function spaces.
We are seeking a confident, hands-on General Manager / Secretary to provide strategic leadership, drive operational excellence and support the Club through its next phase of growth.
About the role
Reporting directly to the Board, the General Manager / Secretary will lead the overall business and support a positive, high-performing team culture across hospitality, gaming, bowls, functions, member services and administration.
This is a broad leadership role requiring strong commercial judgement, operational discipline, excellent communication skills and a genuine commitment to members, staff and the local community.
Key priorities
Provide strategic and operational leadership across hospitality, gaming, bowls, functions, member services and administration.
Drive financial performance, budget discipline and commercial growth through effective planning, cost control and practical revenue initiatives.
Build a positive, respectful and engaged staff culture through visible leadership, clear communication, delegation and team development.
Strengthen membership, marketing, community partnerships and local engagement to increase venue usage and support long-term growth.
Maintain high standards of compliance across gaming, liquor, workplace health and safety, and other legislative requirements.
Work closely with the Board of Management to identify improvement opportunities and deliver the Club’s strategic plan.
About you
You will be a confident, approachable and commercially minded leader who enjoys being visible across the venue and working closely with staff, members, the Board and the local community. You will bring the judgement, energy and practical leadership needed to guide a busy club setting while continuing to build a positive and service-focused culture.
Your background will include experience in hospitality, club or licensed venue operations, along with strong people leadership, member and stakeholder communication, business planning, sales and marketing, financial management, compliance, and the relevant gaming and liquor licensing requirements.
Why join Traralgon Bowls Club?
This is a rare opportunity to lead a fantastic regional venue with outstanding facilities, a strong community reputation and exciting future potential. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the Club, its members, staff and the wider Gippsland community.
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- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- How many years' experience do you have in the hospitality & tourism industry?
- How many years of people management experience do you have?
- How many years of business management experience do you have?
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