Village Manager

Living Choice Australia Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Living Choice Galston is a brand-new retirement village in development seeking a Village Manager to lead day-to-day operations and establish a welcoming culture. Working with the Living Choice team, you’ll help create a sense of belonging and oversee staff, contractors, budgets and compliance.

You’ll engage residents, coordinate activities, and support sales and marketing efforts to ensure a high-quality living environment and vibrant community from the outset.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in retirement living, property or facilities management.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting and financial oversight abilities.
• Knowledge of retirement village compliance and WHS requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the village.
• Support resident needs, engagement and community connection.
• Lead and coordinate village staff and contractors.
• Oversee administration, accounts, budgets and resources.
• Maintain high standards across buildings, grounds and facilities.
• Maintain compliance with legislation and WHS requirements.
• Support accreditation and continuous improvement.
• Build relationships with local organisations and community stakeholders.
• Support sales, marketing and resident activities as required

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Relationship-building

Empathy

Initiative

Financial awareness

Education

Diploma of Village Management

First Aid & CPR certification

National Police Clearance

Job description

Help bring a brand-new retirement community to life

Living Choice Galston is a brand-new retirement village currently in development, and we’re looking for an experienced, people-focused Village Manager to help bring this exciting new community to life.

This is a unique opportunity to be there from the beginning, helping establish the culture and operations that will make Living Choice Galston a place residents are proud to call home.

Why Join Living Choice Galston?

Be part of a brand-new retirement village from the beginning

Bring your ideas and experience to a growing community

Build meaningful relationships with residents

Enjoy a varied role across leadership, operations and community

Make a genuine difference in residents’ everyday lives

Access ongoing learning and professional development

The Role

As Village Manager, you’ll lead the day-to-day operations of the village while creating a welcoming, connected and well-run environment.

Working closely with the broader Living Choice team, you’ll provide strong leadership and help establish the sense of belonging that will define Living Choice Galston.

What You’ll Do

Lead the day-to-day operation of the village

Support resident needs, engagement and community connection

Lead and coordinate village staff and contractors

Oversee administration, accounts, budgets and resources

Maintain high standards across buildings, grounds and facilities

Maintain compliance with relevant legislation, policies and WHS requirements

Support accreditation and continuous improvement

Build relationships with local organisations, service providers and community stakeholders

Support sales, marketing and resident activities as required

About You

You’re an approachable, capable leader who enjoys working with people and creating a welcoming environment.

Experience in retirement living, property or facilities management would provide a strong foundation for this role.

You’ll ideally bring:

Previous leadership or team management experience

Strong communication, customer service and relationship-building skills

Genuine empathy and respect for older Australians

Strong organisation, problem-solving skills and initiative

Financial awareness, including budgeting and resource management

Knowledge of retirement village legislation and compliance, or a willingness to learn

Diploma of Village Management, or willingness to obtain

First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain

National Police Clearance, or willingness to obtain

About Living Choice

Living Choice creates welcoming retirement communities where residents can enjoy their independence, feel connected and be part of a genuine community.

Our people provide the service, support and personal connection that help make each village feel like home.

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• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• What's your expected annual base salary?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Village Manager?

Living Choice communities are thoughtfully designed to support independence while offering the peace of mind that comes with a secure, low-maintenance environment. Each village is built around connection — with quality facilities, inviting shared spaces and an active social calendar. We design, build and operate beautifully finished homes and apartments, plus optional access to in-home care if ever required.

What sets Living Choice apart is our consistent focus on lifestyle, wellbeing and choice. We understand that no two residents are the same, so we offer flexibility in living and access support. It’s retirement living with comfort, security and a genuine sense of community at its core.

Living Choice communities are thoughtfully designed to support independence while offering the peace of mind that comes with a secure, low-maintenance environment. Each village is built around connection — with quality facilities, inviting shared spaces and an active social calendar. We design, build and operate beautifully finished homes and apartments, plus optional access to in-home care if ever required.

What sets Living Choice apart is our consistent focus on lifestyle, wellbeing and choice. We understand that no two residents are the same, so we offer flexibility in living and access support. It’s retirement living with comfort, security and a genuine sense of community at its core.