About the Club

Nambour Golf Club is where you get the feeling you are closer to tropical Cairns than the sub-tropical Sunshine Coast. With the course centred around a valley full of beautiful rainforest pockets, it has Queensland written all over it. To play Nambour is a golfing experience not to be missed. The picturesque Nambour Golf Club is situated just 15 minutes from the beach or the hinterland. Nambour Golf Club is the oldest golf club on the Sunshine Coast and has a reputation for being a friendly, welcoming club for both members and guests.

This is an exciting opportunity to take the helm at a provincial golf club with unlimited potential and opportunities. As General Manager, you will play a vital role in shaping the strategic direction while ensuring excellence in daily operations.

The Role

Reporting to the President and Management Committee, the General Manager will:

• Oversee the full spectrum of club operations — course, clubhouse, staffing, and administration
• Drive strategic planning and implementation in collaboration with the Management Committee
• Lead and develop staff, enhance systems, and promote and support a high-performance culture
• Deliver outstanding experience for all members and guests
• Manage financial planning, reporting, and compliance
• Partner with the Course Superintendent to maintain and improve our golf course
• Represent the Club to stakeholders and develop community and commercial partnerships

The Ideal Candidate

We’re seeking a dynamic, people-focused leader who is confident in operations and brings a blend of commercial thinking and astuteness. You will:

• Lead with authenticity, working productively with a volunteer Management Committee
• Demonstrate financial and strategic capability with proven results
• Be hands-on and approachable, whether engaging members on the veranda or dealing with key stakeholders
• Inspire and manage teams effectively, fostering accountability and positivity
• Operate calmly under pressure and deliver consistent outcomes with a people-first mindset.

Desirable experience and qualifications include:

 Prior leadership in a golf club, resort, or hospitality setting

• Familiarity with POS systems, CRM, and booking platforms
• Experience in membership-based organisations and governance structures
• Qualifications in business, hospitality, or club management (preferred but not essential)
• Ability to read and interpret financial statements.

Applications close Friday the 29^th of August. You must already have working rights for Australia.