Job Description

Darwin Golf Club is a well-established and respected community club in the Northern Territory, known for delivering high-quality hospitality, bar, gaming and member services in a welcoming and skilled environment. The club prides itself on providing excellent customer experiences, maintaining high operational standards and fostering a positive and supportive workplace culture.

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- Membership: 2,000 total (900 playing, 1,100 social)
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- Golf Facilities:18-Hole Championship Course, Practice Range, Practice Putting and Chipping area
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- Course Maintenance: Contracted
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- Pro Shop: Club owned and managed
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- Gaming:45 gaming machines
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- Hospitality:Large bistro dining area, sports bar, outside veranda and pavilion, playground area and semi-private function spaces
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Full time – Attractive Salary Package

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About the Venue

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Darwin Golf Club is a well-established and respected community club in the Northern Territory, known for delivering high-quality hospitality, bar, gaming and member services in a welcoming and professional environment. The club prides itself on providing excellent customer experiences, maintaining high operational standards and fostering a positive and supportive workplace culture.

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Club Snapshot

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- Membership: 2,000 total (900 playing, 1,100 social)
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- Golf Facilities:18-Hole Championship Course, Practice Range, Practice Putting and Chipping area
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- Course Maintenance: Contracted
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- Pro Shop: Club owned and managed
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- Gaming:45 gaming machines
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- Hospitality:Large bistro dining area, sports bar, outside veranda and pavilion,



playground area and semi-private function spaces
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The Role

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Reporting to the Board of Directors, the General Manager will drive operational excellence, strategic growth, and a positive culture. You will oversee sporting, gaming, hospitality, and asset maintenance operations, while partnering with the Board to finalise and execute the new Strategic and Master Plan's. There is a very strong management team already in place, covering aspects like Club/Golf Functions and Events, Sponsorship, Marketing, Accounts/Payroll and Operations/Duty Managers.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Operational Leadership: Provide day-to-day oversight of all club operations, including bar, restaurant, gaming, pro shop and course/grounds maintenance.
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- Financial & Strategic Management: Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting while implementing the Board's strategic objectives to enhance commercial performance.
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- Gaming Operations:Ability to analyse gaming performance and drive revenue growth.
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- People & Culture: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performance team; manage staff rostering, recruitment, and workplace relations.
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- Compliance & Governance: Ensure strict adherence to legislative, licensing, corporate governance,



AML/CTF, AUSTRAC and WHS requirements.
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- Community Engagement: Act as the public face of the Club, maintaining strong relationships with members, guests, community groups, government representatives, and the Board.
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Key Selection Criteria

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To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate:

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- Proven Leadership: Extensive management experience within club, hospitality, or sporting operations.
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- Financial Acumen: Strong capability in budgeting, accounting practices, financial reporting, and interpreting commercial results.
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- Stakeholder Management: Exceptional communication skills with a proven history of working collaboratively with a Board of Directors, staff, and club members.
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- Operational Knowledge: Sound background in gaming operations, compliance, and food/beverage management.
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- Tech Proficiency: Experience utilising industry software such as MiClub, MiMembership, Xero,SwiftPos and Microsoft Office.
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- Knowledge of golf or sporting club operations.
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Essential Requirements & Qualifications

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- Current RSA (Responsible Service of Alcohol) and RSG (Responsible Service of Gambling) qualifications.
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- Current NT Machine Mangers Licence (or ability to obtain one locally).
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- Valid right to work in Australia.
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Applications Close: 30 August 2026

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Please note:All applicants must already have full working rights in Australia to be considered.

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For more information about the Club, please visit our websitewww.darwingolfclub.com.au

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📌 General Manager - Darwin Golf Club (Darwin City)
🏢 Darwin Golf Club
📍 Darwin City