Overview
General Services Manager - Arcare Hove
* Arcare Hove is a 118-bed residence, offering a unique opportunity for a General Services Manager to play a key role in launching Arcare's first South Australian residence, shaping service delivery, workforce readiness, and operational excellence.
* Expected opening July 2026
* Opportunities for Professional Development and Career Progression, Arcare's proven track record of developing Senior Leaders.
* Promotes and Supports a Healthy Work-Life Balance
* Relocation assistance and incentives may be available for the right candidate
About Arcare
As one of Australia's leading aged care providers, Arcare proudly supports communities through more than 50 residences across QLD, NSW, and VIC, with exciting growth ahead, including the opening of our first South Australian residence by mid-July 2026.
Our core focus is the relationship between residents, colleagues, and family members, with our residents and team at the heart of what we do.
Backed by a dedicated team of over 8500 employees, we strive to uphold our core values of Relationships, Uniqueness, Partnerships, and Flexibility, earning us a reputation that speaks for itself.
Benefits
* Above Award Rates
* Significant employee discounts for Apple, Samsung, Travel, Health Insurance, Gyms & much more
* Allowances: Uniform, meals, shift and public holidays
* Paid Training and Development days
* Reward & Recognition programs
* Employee Assistance Program
About the Role
This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that values its team members, offers a supportive working environment and has a genuine desire to develop its people.
The General Services Manager is a critical leadership position responsible for overseeing various non-clinical aspects, including Catering, Cleaning, Laundry and Maintenance. The role contributes to the overall quality of life and well-being of the resident and supports the smooth operation of the Residence.
Your key responsibilities
* Catering and Dining Services: Manage the Catering department by overseeing the provision of meals and dietary services to ensure that residents receive nutritious and balanced meals according to their dietary requirements and preferences.
* Environmental Management: Oversee a team of Cleaners and Laundry Attendants, ensuring cleaning and laundry services are hygienic, clean and exceed resident expectations.
* Maintenance Management: Oversee the Maintenance department, ensuring requests are prioritised and repairs meet and exceed resident expectations.
* Service Providers Management: Manage external contractors, ensuring legislative and contractual requirements are met.
* Extra Services Management: Ensure extra services meet Arcare's offerings, resident and family expectations and contractual obligations.
* Budget and Resource Management: Developing and managing budgets for your remit, ensuring cost-effectiveness and resource allocation.
* Staff Management: Supervising and leading non-clinical staff, ensuring proper training, performance evaluation and staff development.
Skills & Experience
* Demonstrated senior leadership experience in aged care, health services or a related regulated environment.
* Proven experience leading change, commissioning or significant operational transformation (desirable).
* Comprehensive understanding of the aged care industry, including regulations, compliance requirements, best practices, and emerging trends.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Strong problem-solving skills.
* Experience managing staff in Aged Care or a similar industry.
Ready to Apply
Our people and culture set us apart, and our ongoing focus of working together as one team. If you think this role is the right fit for you, we invite you to apply. Please note that you must have Australian Working Rights and an NDIS Worker Screening Check (or be willing to obtain). Arcare values diversity within our workforce and is an equal opportunity employer
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