The role of Section Manager Business Enterprise is responsible for overseeing the operational functioning of the team and coordinating delivery of section programs and projects. This position leads Council business enterprise functions, including Central Coast Stadium, Holiday Parks, Cemeteries, Parking Stations and Community Leasing and Bookings.

Reporting to the Unit Manager Leisure, Beach Safety and Community Facilities, this role will see you ensure that business enterprise services operate efficiently and in a manner that supports optimum commercial viability and return on investment through effective management and marketing practices.

This position is required to provide quality customer service and create value for the community.

Applicant Profile To be successful in this role, you will have:

- a degree qualification in Tourism, Business or relevant extensive experience in a similar role, combined with ongoing professional development
- a current Class C Drivers Licence
- proven success as a leader with the ability to grow and develop teams focused on quality outcomes and a customer focus
- significant experience in driving commercial outcomes through a strategic change program which may have encompassed a transition to new business model or structure, a significant infrastructure program, business process improvement, marketing or customer strategy implementation
- extensive experience managing complex contracts and stakeholder relationships and negotiating and consulting with key stakeholders to achieve successful contract resolutions
- extensive experience in managing complex legislation requirements across various fields




- the ability to communicate with a diverse client base in a customer focused environment combined with strongly developed conflict resolution skills
- extensive financial acumen in budget management and financial forecasting for businesses with annual turnover
- the ability and willingness to work flexible hours in exceptional circumstances as required.

Offer Details The commencing salary for this position is up to $140.5k per year. Central Coast Council also provides progression opportunities for employees to progress up to the maximum salary of $162.7k on completion of assessment of skills and/ or performance plus 12% superannuation

- We have a permanent full-time role available
- This role will be able to access a 19 day month
- We are able to offer hybrid and flexible working conditions for this role
- This role is located at the Wyong Administration Building

A leaseback vehicle is provided in this role for official duties and private use and your choice of vehicle will be provided when one becomes available in accordance with Council's Vehicle Policy. In the meantime, either an alternate pre-used vehicle or a vehicle allowance of $207.31 per week is temporarily applied for this position due to ongoing issues with supply for current vehicles. Want to know more? The contact person for this role is Phil Cantillon, Unit Manager Leisure, Beach Safety and Community Facilities. You can contact Phil on 02 4325 8388.

This position will close for applications at midnight on Sunday, 15 November 2026.

We will not accept unsolicited resumes or applications being presented by recruitment agencies.

Desired Skills and Experience

Leadership, Business Development, Business, Stakeholder management, Finance, Business Enterprise, Commercial Outcomes, Negotiation, Legislation, Customer Service, Forecasting, Budget Management, Financial acumen

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