General Manager

Danté Personnel Recruitment; Mbombela; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency seeks an experienced General Manager for a retirement village in Mbombela, South Africa. This critical leadership role entails managing daily operations, ensuring high care standards, and optimizing financial performance. Candidates should have a relevant university degree, proven leadership skills, and experience in financial management. This role offers a salary range of R30,000 – R35,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in a managerial role, preferably in retirement village or facility management.
• Experience in financial management and budgeting.
• Strong communication and leadership skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the retirement village.
• Manage staff and service providers ensuring compliance.
• Drive resident satisfaction and care standards.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Management

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

University Degree in relevant field

Job description

SA - Mpumalanga, Nelspruit / Mbombela General Manager

Nelspruit

R30 000 – R35 000 (Depending on experience and qualifications)

An experienced and driven General Manager is sought to oversee the full operations of a well-established retirement village in Nelspruit. This leadership role involves managing staff, optimising financial performance, ensuring exceptional care standards, and driving resident satisfaction. Minimum requirements :

• University Degree, preferably with experience in Retirement Village or similar facility management
• Proven Financial Management experience
• Estate Agent experience advantageous
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to manage budgets, staff, and multiple departments

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the cost-effective and efficient daily operations of the retirement village

Manage staff, service providers, and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation

Build and maintain strong relationships with residents, families, funders, and the management board

Uphold high standards of living and care across independent units and the frail care centre

Oversee financial administration, catering, care services, and auxiliary departments, ensuring cohesive operation

Prepare and manage annual budgets in collaboration with the board

Lead marketing initiatives to attract new residents and raise the village’s profile

Drive internal and external branding, fundraising, and stakeholder engagement

Coordinate property marketing and occupancy planning

Consultant : Lynette Wolmarans - Dante Personnel Mpumalanga