General Manager - Retirement Complex

Sandicrowther; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A retirement center management company in Durban is seeking a Director to manage operations and lead a diverse team. The ideal candidate has proven management experience, strong financial skills, and a genuine empathy for the elderly. Responsibilities include overseeing staff, maintaining facility, and enhancing sales initiatives.

Qualifications

• Proven management experience in a complex operational environment.
• Financial competence including budget management.
• Ability to work with and relate to elderly residents in a respectful, empathetic manner.

Responsibilities

• Overall management and day-to-day operations of the retirement complex.
• Leading and managing a diverse team of approximately 50 staff.
• Contributing to sales and marketing initiatives.

Skills

Management Experience

Financial Competence

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Empathy for Elderly

Job description

Overview

Durban. We are looking for a dynamic individual with excellent management skills a keen financial understanding and a genuine empathy for the elderly. Experience in running a retirement centre or similar would be a distinct advantage.

Key Responsibilities

• Overall management and day-to-day operations of the retirement complex
• Leading and managing a diverse team of approximately 50 staff across various departments
• Liaising closely with the assistant manager (responsible for sales)
• Coordinating with outsourced services for catering and housekeeping
• Ensuring the upkeep and maintenance of a large facility
• Managing staff relationships; dealings with unions an advantage
• Contributing to sales and marketing initiatives

Requirements

• Proven management experience in a complex operational environment
• Financial competence including budget management
• Experience with the maintenance of large buildings
• Ability to work with and relate to elderly residents in a respectful empathetic manner
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• An understanding of shareblock structures is highly beneficial

Required Experience : Director

Key Skills

Key Skills

Restaurant Experience, Hospitality Experience, Interviewing, Management Experience, Profit & Loss, Employment & Labor Law, Sanitation, Leadership Experience, P&L Management, Restaurant Management, Retail Management, Recruiting

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1