General Manager – Woodlands Golf Club

Woodlands Golf Club; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Senior leadership role

Competitive remuneration

Professional development

Positive culture

Job summary

Woodlands Golf Club in Melbourne’s Sandbelt region seeks an accomplished General Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership across the Club, ensuring delivery of its plans and a superior member experience.

Reporting to the Captain and Board, you will drive sustainable growth, lead a skilled team, and balance the traditions of a private club with a progressive future during an exciting period of development.

Qualifications

• Proven senior management experience within golf or private club industry.
• Strong leadership skills and a track record of developing teams.
• Sound financial management, business planning and commercial acumen.
• Experience delivering strategic initiatives and managing diverse operations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with Board engagement.
• Genuine understanding of private club culture and member expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the Club’s Strategic and Business Plans, including key projects and initiatives.
• Inspire, develop and support a high‑performing team and a positive, values‑driven workplace culture.
• Deliver an exceptional member and guest experience across all Club operations, from course and clubhouse to events and hospitality.
• Provide strong financial and commercial leadership, identifying opportunities for sustainable growth and new revenue.
• Work in close partnership with the Board and Committees, providing sound advice, reporting and strategic direction.
• Build strong relationships with members, staff, sponsors and key industry stakeholders.

Job description

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Captain and Board, the General Manager will provide strategic and operational leadership across every area of the Club, ensuring delivery of its Strategic and Business Plans while maintaining the high standards and member experience for which Woodlands is known.

This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious club leader to shape the long-term future of a respected Club, and be backed by a Board, membership and management team that are committed to its success.

About Woodlands Golf Club

Located in Melbourne’s renowned Sandbelt, Woodlands Golf Club is one of Australia’s premier private golf clubs, recognised for its outstanding golf course, rich history and welcoming membership culture.

With an exciting period of growth and development ahead, the Club is seeking an exceptional General Manager to build on its strong foundations and lead Woodlands into its next chapter.

Why this role

• A true leadership mandate. Full accountability for the Club’s strategy, performance and reputation, with the authority and Board backing to match.

• A genuine partnership with the Board. Work side by side with an engaged, supportive Board and Captain who wants a leader to set direction, not just administer it.

• A Sandbelt address. Lead a prestigious Club with an outstanding course, a rich history and a welcoming membership culture.

• An exciting growth chapter. Deliver the Club’s Strategic and Business Plans and leave a visible, lasting legacy at Woodlands.

What we offer

• An executive-level position with strategic influence and Board support.

• A competitive remuneration package reflecting the seniority of the role.

• Investment in your professional development, including executive and industry networking.

• The opportunity to lead a dedicated and experienced team, fostering a positive culture and a commitment to excellence.

• The chance to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of one of Melbourne’s leading private golf clubs during an exciting period of growth and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the Club’s Strategic and Business Plans, including key projects and initiatives.

• Inspire, develop and support a high-performing team and a positive, values-driven workplace culture.

• Deliver an exceptional member and guest experience across all Club operations, from course and clubhouse to events and hospitality.

• Provide strong financial and commercial leadership, identifying opportunities for sustainable growth and new revenue.

• Work in close partnership with the Board and Committees, providing sound advice, reporting and strategic direction.

• Build strong relationships with members, staff, sponsors and key industry stakeholders.

About You

You are an approachable, commercially minded and highly motivated leader who combines strategic thinking with a genuine passion for people and service excellence. You may be a current General Manager looking for your next club, or a senior golf or club operations leader ready to step into a General Manager role.

You will demonstrate:

• Proven senior management experience within the golf or private club industry.

• Strong leadership skills and a track record of developing successful teams.

• Sound financial management, business planning and commercial acumen.

• Experience delivering strategic initiatives and managing diverse operations.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage confidently with members, staff and the Board.

• A genuine understanding of private club culture, member expectations and the golf industry.

Above all, you will be a visible, hands-on leader with integrity, sound judgement and the ability to balance the traditions of a respected private club with a progressive approach to its future.

Applications close Sunday 22 November. Only successful applicants will be contacted.