General Manager

“At Opal HealthCare, we know that companies don't succeed, people do.”Our purpose is to bring joy to those we care for, guided by our C.A.R.E values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. As one of Australia’s leading private aged care providers, we support over 23,000 team members caring for more than 14,000 residents across 150 Care Communities nationwide — and we're growing. Lead, Learn and Grow with Opal HealthCareAt Opal HealthCare, we know great leaders create great communities.We're seeking passionate and adaptable leaders to join us as Relief General Managers across either Victoria North or Victoria South.Unlike traditional relief roles, this is a permanent full-time leadership position designed to develop future Care Community General Managers. Working across a variety of care communities, you'll gain exposure to different leadership challenges, teams and operational environments while being supported by experienced Regional GMs, Area Managers and specialist support teams.About the RoleThis role offers a unique opportunity to build broad leadership experience while learning what great care community leadership looks like across multiple settings. While travel flexibility is required, most assignments are typically located across metropolitan Melbourne, with occasional regional opportunities as needed.Many of our Relief General Managers progress into permanent Care Community General Manager roles within 3 to 9 months, depending on individual readiness, performance and available opportunities. Where possible, we aim to align permanent opportunities with a leader's preferred location.What You'll DoProvide General Manager leadership across a variety of care communitiesLead and inspire clinical and non-clinical teams to deliver exceptional resident outcomesDrive performance across care quality, compliance, people and financial outcomesBuild trusted relationships with residents, families, teams and local communitiesFoster a positive, high-performing culture aligned to Opal's C.A.R.E ValuesSupport operational excellence through coaching, leadership and continuous improvementGain exposure to different community sizes, challenges and opportunitiesWhat You'll BringLeadership experience within aged care, healthcare, hospitality, community services or another service-led environmentA passion for leading people and creating high-performing culturesStrong commercial and operational capabilityExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsAdaptability, resilience and confidence working across different environmentsA visible, hands-on leadership styleFlexibility and willingness to travel across your designated regionAHPRA Registration as a Registered Nurse is highly regardedBenefits & RewardsA Pathway to General Management: Build the skills and experience to lead your own care communityEmpowered Leadership: Take ownership and make meaningful decisions from day oneStrong Support: Partner with Regional GMs, Area Managers and specialist support teamsCareer Growth: Leadership development, mentoring and genuine progression opportunitiesScale & Stability: Join one of Australia's leading aged care providersPurpose & Impact: Make a meaningful difference to residents, families and team members every dayLead with PurposeIf you're looking to broaden your leadership experience, accelerate your development and build a long-term General Manager career with Opal HealthCare, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today to register your ‘Expression of Interest’ and join our Relief General Manager talent community for upcoming opportunities across Victoria.