At a boutique retirement village, the personal touches matter—knowing residents by name, listening to their feedback and making sure the everyday details are taken care of.
We are seeking an approachable and capable Retirement Village Manager to lead mecwacare's Robyn Syme Centre in Malvern.
This is a hands‐on role for someone who enjoys building relationships and takes pride in creating a well‐maintained, welcoming place to live.
You will oversee day-to-day village operations, support residents to enjoy independent living and coordinate the services that help the community run smoothly.
Working with colleagues, contractors and service providers, you will balance attentive resident service with sound operational and financial management.
About the Role
At a boutique retirement village, the personal touches matter—knowing residents by name, listening to their feedback and making sure the everyday details are taken care of.
We are seeking an approachable and capable Retirement Village Manager to lead mecwacare's Robyn Syme Centre in Malvern.
This is a hands‐on role for someone who enjoys building relationships and takes pride in creating a well‐maintained, welcoming place to live.
You will oversee day-to-day village operations, support residents to enjoy independent living and coordinate the services that help the community run smoothly.
Working with colleagues, contractors and service providers, you will balance attentive resident service with sound operational and financial management.
About you
You are warm, organised and practical, with a strong service mindset.
You enjoy getting to know people and understand how to offer support while respecting residents' independence, privacy and choices.
You are equally comfortable having a conversation with a resident, resolving a maintenance issue or reviewing a budget.
You take ownership, follow through on commitments and handle sensitive conversations calmly and respectfully.
Experience in retirement living is highly regarded.
We also welcome applicants with relevant experience in property management, hospitality, community services or accommodation management who can demonstrate the skills needed to manage a boutique retirement community.
What you bring
Minimum 5 years' experience in a retirement living or community care setting
Demonstrated leadership and team management experience
Solid understanding of retirement living operations and resident needs
Proven ability to guide,



motivate and mentor staff
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organisational, planning and prioritisation skills
Experience managing operations, budgets and resources
Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office
Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities
Desirable Criteria
Relevant tertiary qualification in business, management or related field
Understanding of financial management within retirement living
Knowledge of the Retirement Villages Act and property settlement processes
Why work for us?
Be part of work that truly makes a meaningful difference.
mecwacare is a leading not-for-profit organisation that has been supporting Victorians for more than 65 years.
We are a values‐based, care‐driven organisation that provides residential, community and in‐home nursing, care and support services for the elderly and people living with a disability.
mecwacare supports more than 20,000 people each week across greater Melbourne and regional Victoria.
We are a rapidly growing organisation with a diverse workforce of more than **** employees and 500 volunteers, representing 89 nationalities and speaking 100 languages.
We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all ages, genders, abilities, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, as well as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.
What do we offer?
Not for profit Salary Packaging benefit up to $15,990 and Meals Card up to $2,700.
Employee Assistance Program alongside awards and recognition
Range of other benefits and discounts.
Additional information
Malvern location | Boutique retirement living community
Full-time ongoing position | On‐site role
Not‐for-profit salary packaging to increase your take‐home pay
At a boutique retirement village, the personal touches matter—knowing residents by name, listening to their feedback and making sure the everyday details are taken care of.
We are seeking an approachable and capable Retirement Village Manager to lead mecwacare's Robyn Syme Centre in Malvern.




This is a hands‐on role for someone who enjoys building relationships and takes pride in creating a well‐maintained, welcoming place to live.
You will oversee day-to-day village operations, support residents to enjoy independent living and coordinate the services that help the community run smoothly.
Working with colleagues, contractors and service providers, you will balance attentive resident service with sound operational and financial management.
About the Role
At a boutique retirement village, the personal touches matter—knowing residents by name, listening to their feedback and making sure the everyday details are taken care of.
We are seeking an approachable and capable Retirement Village Manager to lead mecwacare's Robyn Syme Centre in Malvern.
This is a hands‐on role for someone who enjoys building relationships and takes pride in creating a well‐maintained, welcoming place to live.
You will oversee day-to-day village operations, support residents to enjoy independent living and coordinate the services that help the community run smoothly.
Working with colleagues, contractors and service providers, you will balance attentive resident service with sound operational and financial management.
About you
You are warm, organised and practical, with a strong service mindset.
You enjoy getting to know people and understand how to offer support while respecting residents' independence, privacy and choices.
You are equally comfortable having a conversation with a resident, resolving a maintenance issue or reviewing a budget.
You take ownership, follow through on commitments and handle sensitive conversations calmly and respectfully.
Experience in retirement living is highly regarded.
We also welcome applicants with relevant experience in property management, hospitality, community services or accommodation management who can demonstrate the skills needed to manage a boutique retirement community.
What you bring
Minimum 5 years' experience in a retirement living or community care setting
Demonstrated leadership and team management experience
Strong understanding of retirement living operations and resident needs
Proven ability to guide, motivate and mentor staff
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organisational, planning and prioritisation skills
Experience managing operations, budgets and resources
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📌 Retirement Village Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Mecwacare
📍 Melbourne