General Manager

Currumbin Beach Vikings SLSC; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Iconic beachfront location

Purpose-driven organisation

Influence on Currumbin Vikings future

Job summary

Currumbin Beach Vikings Surf Life Saving Supporters Association is seeking a General Manager to lead our iconic Gold Coast venture, balancing commercial growth with lifesaving service. You will drive strategic direction through 2032, expand hospitality and events, and build partnerships to support community programs.

You will lead revenue generation, sponsorships and governance efforts, while championing safety, youth development and volunteer-based strengths that define our club and supporters

Qualifications

• Proven executive leadership experience in hospitality, sport, or community organisations.
• Strong commercial acumen with ability to grow revenue and improve financial performance.
• Experience leading strategic planning and organisational transformation.
• Track record securing sponsorships, grants, partnerships or external funding.
• Strong financial management including budgeting, forecasting and reporting.
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
• Experience working with Boards, Committees or volunteer-based organisations.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation and leadership skills.
• Passion for community impact aligned with surf lifesaving values.
• Current RMLV, First Aid, RSG & RSA Certificates; Gaming Nominee/Approved Manager license; Blue Card and Police Check willingness.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and executive leadership across Currumbin Beach Vikings Surf Club and supporters association.
• Lead long-term facility, infrastructure and master planning through 2032.
• Identify new revenue opportunities and diversify income streams.
• Drive revenue growth across hospitality, gaming, food & beverage, memberships and events.
• Secure sponsorships, grants and partnerships; engage government and donors.
• Foster stakeholder relationships with committees, volunteers and community groups.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting; optimize operations.
• Champion health, safety and wellbeing; promote accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder engagement

Sponsorship & funding

Financial management

Board & governance

Job description

Currumbin Beach Vikings Surf Life Saving Supporters Association

Location: Currumbin, Gold Coast, QLD
Executive Leadership Position

We are seeking an exceptional General Manager to lead our organisation into its next phase of growth and community impact.

This is a rare opportunity to combine commercial leadership with genuine community purpose. You will drive our strategic vision through to 2032, ensuring the commercial success of our hospitality and events operations continues to support lifesaving, sport, youth development and community programs.

About Us

• Two iconic beachfront venues in Currumbin
• Hospitality, events and function operations including the Currumbin Vikings Supporters Club, Kinship Café, Seaclusion and VIKA Events
• A proud history of community service and beach safety

As we look towards Brisbane 2032 and beyond, we are focused on strengthening financial sustainability, expanding our commercial footprint and delivering exceptional outcomes for our members and community.

The Opportunity

As General Manager, you will provide strategic and executive leadership across both organisations, with responsibility for:

Strategic Leadership

• Developing and delivering a unified strategic vision through to 2032
• Leading long-term facility, infrastructure and master planning initiatives
• Identifying new revenue opportunities and diversifying income streams
• Positioning the organisation to capitalise on growth opportunities arising from tourism and the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games

Commercial Growth

• Driving revenue growth across hospitality, gaming, food & beverage, memberships, functions and events
• Improving financial performance and operational efficiency
• Developing new commercial ventures and strategic partnerships
• Benchmarking and implementing best-practice commercial operations

Sponsorship & Funding

• Securing major corporate sponsorships and strategic partnerships
• Pursuing government grants and external funding opportunities
• Building relationships with donors, sponsors and key stakeholders
• Developing funding strategies for future capital projects and community initiatives

Stakeholder & Community Engagement

• Working closely with Committees and volunteer leaders
• Representing the organisation with government, community and industry stakeholders
• Strengthening relationships, local government and the broader community
• Enhancing the reputation of Currumbin Vikings as a leading Australian surf life saving organisation

Leadership & Culture

• Building and leading a high-performing team
• Fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement
• Supporting alignment between the Supporters Association and Surf Club
• Championing health, safety and wellbeing across the organisation

About You

• Proven executive leadership experience in hospitality, licensed clubs, sport, tourism, community or commercial environments
• Strong commercial acumen with a demonstrated ability to grow revenue and improve financial performance
• Experience leading strategic planning and organisational transformation
• A successful track record securing sponsorships, grants, partnerships or external funding
• Strong financial management capabilities, including budgeting, forecasting and reporting
• Outstanding stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
• Experience working with Boards, Committees or volunteer-based organisations
• Exceptional communication, negotiation and leadership skills
• A genuine passion for community impact and alignment with the values of surf lifesaving
• Current RMLV, First Aid, RSG & RSA Certificates
• Current Gaming Nominee, Approved Managers License
• The successful applicant will need or be willing to obtain a Blue Card and a Police Check

Why Join Us?

• Work in one of Australia's most iconic beachfront locations
• Lead a respected and purpose-driven organisation with deep community roots
• Play a key role in shaping the future of Currumbin Beach Vikings Surf Club
• Drive significant strategic and commercial initiatives
• Make a lasting impact on community safety