Excellent remuneration package tailored to reflect your leadership experience and impact A high-profile leadership role where your work directly supports public safety and community wellbeing Stunning coastal location offering a great work–life balance and the chance to lead with purpose
Ready to lead a well-established not-for-profit in the sporting, public safety and community services sector to make a real difference? This is a rare opportunity to drive strategy, operations and culture in a vibrant, purpose-driven environment on the Sunshine Coast. We're partnering with our client to recruit a General Manager – People Operations to lead and manage all aspects of a thriving and multifaceted community-focused club.
The Client:
Our client is a highly regarded community-based organisation delivering essential safety, sporting, and educational services across the region. With a passionate membership and volunteer base, they play a critical role in public wellbeing and coastal engagement.
The Role:
The General Manager – People & Operations is responsible for leading and coordinating the core operational functions of the club with a focus on rescue services, member engagement, volunteer management, compliance, governance support, and strategic planning.
Why You'll Love This Role:
* Work for a respected, values-based community organisation
* Lead a passionate team of staff and volunteers
* Influence strategy and deliver real outcomes
* Stunning location – lifestyle and leadership in one
Your Key Responsibilities:
* Provide strategic leadership and operational management across all club activities
* Drive long-term planning, growth initiatives and resource planning
* Oversee HR, finance team, compliance and risk management functions
* Develop recruitment strategies and ensure effective onboarding.
* Lead a multidisciplinary team including admin, education, rescue, and sports staff
* Identify training needs and provide development opportunities.
* Oversee and motivate a diverse team of staff and volunteers
* Champion stakeholder engagement, sponsorship, and community partnerships
* Manage policy, governance, compliance, and risk
* Support Board meetings and contribute to high-level decision-making
What You'll Bring:
* Strong leadership in a multi- stakeholder or volunteer-led organisations
* Track record in strategic planning and operations management
* Human resources and financial management expertise
* Proven success managing teams, budgets, and multiple priorities
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
* Experience working with or leading volunteer-based groups
* A solutions-focused mindset and strong commercial acumen
* Passion for community service, sport, or not-for-profit organisations
Bonus Points For:
* Experience in fundraising, sponsorship or grant funding
* Familiarity with public safety organisations or similar community bodies
* Experience in brand, sponsorship or marketing initiatives
What's On Offer:
* A leadership role where you can make genuine impact
* Work closely with a supportive Board
* Flexible, community-focused work culture
* Competitive salary, aligned to experience
Ready to lead with purpose?
If you're an inspiring leader who thrives in dynamic, values-driven environments — and you're ready to make a meaningful impact — we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now with your updated CV and covering letter.
If you have any questions, reach out for a confidential conversation with Ann Richards Goh – ************************** at Hudson to explore whether this role aligns with your leadership goals and career aspirations.
Let's discuss how you can help shape the future of this vibrant, community-focused organisation.
Please note: all applications are managed by Hudson on behalf of our client.
For all contract and temporary roles, please note the pay rate is inclusive of mandatory 25% casual loading
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Profession:Human ResourcesManagement - Internal
Company: Hudson
Date posted: 12th Jun, 2025