General Manager

GENERAL MANAGER

PALM BEACH SOCCER CLUB, PALM BEACH, Queensland

Lead a community club. Strengthen its operations. Help shape its future.

Palm Beach Soccer Club is seeking an experienced and motivated General Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of our community licensed club and help deliver a strong, sustainable future for the organisation.

Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the General Manager will have overall responsibility for the effective management of the Club, including its financial performance, people, customer experience, compliance, facilities and commercial operations.

This is an opportunity for an experienced manager who enjoys a hands-on leadership role, can work confidently with a Board, and is motivated by improving the performance and professionalism of a community organisation.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The General Manager will provide leadership across the Club's operations, including:

• Financial management, budgeting and achievement of financial targets
• Staff leadership, recruitment, training and performance management
• Rostering and labour-cost management
• Liquor, gaming, WHS and other regulatory compliance
• Customer service and member experience
• Bar, gaming and food and beverage operations
• Facilities, maintenance and asset management
• Supplier and contractor management
• Marketing, membership engagement and revenue development
• Operational systems, policies and procedures
• Risk management and incident management
• Board reporting and implementation of Board decisions

The successful applicant will be expected to establish clear standards, ensure managers and employees are accountable for their responsibilities, and proactively identify and address operational, financial and compliance issues.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for a capable and commercially minded manager who can take ownership of the Club's operations and provide strong leadership across the organisation.

You will ideally have:

• Demonstrated experience in a senior management or General Manager role
• Experience within a licensed club, hospitality, community organisation or similar environment
• Strong financial and commercial management skills
• Experience managing employees, supervisors and/or department managers
• Experience with budgeting, financial reporting and cost control
• An understanding of liquor, gaming, WHS and other relevant compliance obligations
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to manage performance and establish accountability
• Experience developing and implementing operational systems and procedures
• The ability to work constructively and professionally with a Board of Directors
• High levels of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality

Relevant qualifications in business, management, hospitality, finance or a related field will be highly regarded.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Above all, we are looking for someone who is:

Accountable – takes ownership of outcomes and follows matters through.

Proactive – identifies problems and opportunities before they become significant issues.

Commercially minded – understands revenue, costs, margins and sustainable financial performance.

People focused – develops staff, sets clear expectations and addresses performance issues appropriately.

Organised – establishes systems that ensure important responsibilities are consistently completed.

Community minded – understands the important role a community club plays for its members and local community.

Board capable – can provide clear, accurate and timely information to the Board and translate Board decisions into action.

WHY JOIN PALM BEACH SOCCER CLUB?

This is an opportunity to join a community-focused organisation where the General Manager can have a genuine impact on the Club's future.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Lead the Club's operations and people
• Work directly with the Board of Directors
• Improve systems and processes
• Drive financial and operational performance
• Develop new revenue and business opportunities
• Strengthen the member and customer experience
• Contribute to the long-term sustainability of the Club
• Make a meaningful contribution to the local community

Competitive remuneration package, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are an experienced manager looking for an opportunity to lead a community organisation and make a meaningful difference, we would like to hear from you.

Please submit:

1. A current resume; and
2. A cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are interested in the position.

Applications should be submitted to [email protected] by 5pm Friday 9th October 2026.

For further information about the position, or to obtain a Position Description, please email [email protected]