This is a rare opportunity to open a premium resort from the ground up.
It is the first stage of an ambitious multi-stage master plan, in one of Australia's most sought-after island destinations.
We are seeking a serious commercial operator.
You'll be a grounded, numbers-led General Manager who knows how to open a resort on time and on budget, and who wants to stay well beyond opening to make it perform.
You'll want to put your name to something significant.
The Resort
300+ room, 4.5 star resort, with opening anticipated in ****
Stage One of a multi-stage master plan with a long-term growth trajectory
Operating under a major international brand affiliation
Backed by an engaged, hands-on ownership group with a long-term vision
A predominantly live-in team, with island logistics central to the operation
The Role
You will take full leadership of the resort through pre-opening and beyond, including:
Leading the full pre-opening program and delivering the opening on time and on budget
Recruiting and building the executive committee, starting with sales and marketing, people and culture, and finance leadership
Full P&L; accountability: Rev PAR, GOP, labour cost, margins and revenue optimisation
Managing island staffing, live-in accommodation and award wage costs
Managing the owner and brand relationships with data and diplomacy
Setting service standards and guest experience, and building a strong culture from day one
Using systems,



technology and AI to drive efficiency across the operation
Recruitment, training, mentoring and succession planning to build future leaders
This role starts off-site during pre-opening before moving on-site ahead of opening.
You will set the tone, drive the standard and build accountability into the business from the start.
About You
15+ years in hotels and resorts, with at least 3-5 years at General Manager or Resort Manager level
Island or remote resort experience, with a real understanding of logistics, live-in staffing and award wage costs
A strong commercial track record, with the numbers to back it up
At least one pre-opening or major repositioning, having stayed on to stabilise the business
Experience working closely with a hands-on owner, ideally in a franchised or owner-led model;
A genuine interest in technology and AI to drive efficiency
International brand experience is an advantage but not essential
Grounded, ego-free and calm under pressure
Willing to live in office long term, with partner or family fully on board where relevant
What's On Offer
The chance to open and shape a landmark resort from the ground up
A long-term leadership role within a multi-stage development
Autonomy to build your own executive team, supported by a committed ownership group
An attractive salary package plus performance bonus
Accommodation included in the package, with an on-site executive apartment
An ideal start in mid-January ****
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📌 General Manager, Premium Australian Resort, Accom Incl, Excellent Remuneration (Brisbane)
🏢 Placed Recruitment QLD
📍 Brisbane