Imagine combining your executive leadership experience with a lifestyle opportunity at one of Australia's premier yacht clubs. This is a unique role that blends strategic impact with community, sport, and stunning coastal surrounds.
The Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia (CYCSA) is seeking a dynamic General Manager to lead the next phase of growth and innovation across its world-class facilities, operations, and membership experience.
The Opportunity
As General Manager, you will work closely with an engaged and forward-thinking Board and President to:
* Drive strategic priorities focused on membership growth, engagement, and youth participation
* Cultivate a vibrant, inclusive club culture, rooted in excellence and sporting achievement
* Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Club's extensive marina and hospitality facilities
This is a broad and fulfilling leadership role offering variety and challenge across sporting operations, association (sailing, fishing and social) development, hospitality, asset management, and member services; all while enjoying the personal and professional rewards of work by the sea.
About You
You're a talented executive or senior operational leader ready to take on a meaningful and high-impact role. Ideally, you bring experience in some of the following:
* Leading a sporting, recreational, or member-based organisation
* Overseeing
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ospitality, events, and commercial operations
* Managing significant physical assets: marinas, berths, and onshore facilities
* Engaging with members, stakeholders, and staff across a wide spectrum of activities
What is essential is that you bring a proven ability to lead initiatives which will result in growth in membership, participation, partnerships and revenue, elevating the club's financial performance and community impact.
Additionally, a background and strong personal interest in boating, cruising, or competitive sailing would be highly regarded. More importantly, you're someone who will genuinely embrace the opportunity to build on a strong club culture and be a visible, respected presence across the club community.
Key Responsibilities
You will lead and oversee teams across:
* Member engagement, growth and marketing
* Facilities, marina operations, leasing and asset renewal
* Boating operations and training programs
* Hospitality and event operations
* Financial management and performance
About the Club
Located at North Haven on Adelaide's picturesque Lefevre Peninsula, the Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia is home to more than 1,200 members. The Club delivers a rich program of activities, including yacht racing, powerboating, fishing, cruising, and training. With award-winning hospitality venues and a strong community ethos, the CYCSA is a respected and ambitious organisation, built on an innovative club structure of member ownership, innovation and a commitment to member experience.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled leader looking to combine career fulfillment with lifestyle, leading a thriving organisation with a strong future.
To find out more, or to request a candidate information pack, please call Lee Haakmeester from Tasman Human Resource Consulting on or