At Mareeba Gardens, we believe aged care should feel like home, a place where residents are known, valued, and supported to live with purpose and joy. Our close-knit team and residents share genuine connections, creating an environment filled with warmth, laughter, and community spirit.
Discover life in Mareeba
Nestled in the stunning Atherton Tablelands, Mareeba is a vibrant regional centre surrounded by natural beauty, tropical farmlands, and a welcoming country town atmosphere. With over 300 sunny days a year, local cafés, weekend markets, and breathtaking national parks nearby, Mareeba offers an enviable balance of career opportunity and lifestyle.
About the opportunity
We are looking for a dedicated and experienced General Manager to lead Mareeba Gardens Residential Aged Care with compassion and confidence. This pivotal role offers the chance to lead a committed team, influence the quality of care delivered to residents, and foster a workplace culture built on respect, integrity, and collaboration.
As General Manager, you will oversee all aspects of the home. From care standards and compliance to financial performance and team leadership. You will bring a hands‑on, people‑focused approach that inspires your staff and builds trust with residents, families, and the wider community.
What you will be doing
Provide clear, values‑based leadership across all areas of operations and care.
Empower and mentor your team to deliver the highest quality, person‑centred support.
Maintain compliance with the Aged Care Quality Standards and regulatory requirements.
Manage budgets and resources effectively to ensure long‑term sustainability.
Build strong relationships with residents, families, and local partners.
Promote Mareeba Gardens within the community as a place of belonging, dignity, and quality care.
Drive innovation and continuous improvement to enhance the resident experience.
About you
You are a compassionate and capable leader who combines operational strength with a genuine commitment to resident wellbeing. You thrive in a team environment and take pride in creating a positive culture where staff feel supported and valued.
To succeed in this role, you will have:
* Demonstrated leadership experience in aged care or a related health sector.
* Strong understanding of aged care governance, compliance, and funding models.
* Financial and business management experience, including budgeting and workforce planning.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
* A collaborative leadership style with a focus on coaching and empowerment.
* Current National Police Check (or willingness to obtain).
* Relevant tertiary qualifications in health, management, or business (desirable).
Why you will love working with Respect
Join a trusted not-for-profit organisation with a century-long commitment to care.
Enjoy the benefits of salary packaging, helping you take home more pay.
Work alongside an experienced regional leadership team that values your input.
Access ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
Be part of a culture where respect, care, teamwork, and innovation are lived every day.
This is more than a management role. It is a chance to shape the future of aged care in a vibrant regional community.
If you are a compassionate leader who believes every older person deserves to live with dignity, joy, and belonging, we invite you to join our team at Mareeba Gardens.
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