General Manager – Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia

Tasman Human Resource ConsultingAustralia

26 days ago

Job description

General Manager – Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia

Imagine combining your executive leadership experience with a lifestyle opportunity at one of Australia’s premier yacht clubs. This unique role blends strategic impact with community, sport, and stunning coastal surrounds.

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 broad and fulfilling leadership role offers variety and challenge across sporting operations, association development, hospitality, asset management, and member services; all while enjoying personal and professional rewards by the sea.

About You

You are a talented executive or senior operational leader ready to take on a meaningful and high‑impact role. Ideally, you bring experience in :

Leading a sporting, recreational, or member‑based organisation.

Overseeing hospitality, 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.

Essential is a proven ability to lead initiatives that will result in growth in membership, participation, partnerships, and revenue, elevating the club’s financial performance and community impact. A background and strong personal interest in boating, cruising, or competitive sailing would be highly regarded.

Key Responsibilities

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 on Adelaide’s picturesque Lefevre Peninsula, the Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia has 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, CYCSA is a respected and ambitious organisation built on an innovative club structure of member ownership, innovation and a commitment to member experience.

This exceptional opportunity is for a skilled leader looking to combine career fulfillment with lifestyle, leading a thriving organisation with a strong future.

To find out more, please call Lee Haakmeester from Tasman Human Resource Consulting on (08) 7220 8695 or 0488 067 485.

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