General Manager
Job No:
34219
Location:
Hervey Bay, QLD
- Are you a passionate tourism leader with a proven track record of success?
- Challenging and pivotal role marketing and developing the region on behalf of the local tourism industry, businesses, communities and local government within the region!
- Attractive remuneration + car allowance or company vehicle (to be negotiated) + mobile phone + laptop!
- Opportunities of this nature and calibre are extremely rare - Don't miss out!
About the Organisation
Tourism Fraser Coast is the peak membership-based organisation responsible for marketing, promoting and developing the region to target markets on behalf of the local tourism industry, businesses, communities and local government within the region.
Tourism Fraser Coast is a central point for tourism operators and anyone interested in the business of tourism in Queensland's Fraser Coast region.
About the Fraser Coast
The Fraser Coast is a stunning tapestry of nature’s wonders uniting the iconic World Heritage listed Fraser Island and the Great Barrier Reef. The calm protected waters of Hervey Bay offer a natural playground for thousands of majestic Humpback Whales providing the worlds best up close and personal whale watching experience.
With Fraser Island eco-experiences that revitalise the soul, Hervey Bay adventure activities to get the heart racing, the history of Maryborough that amazes, art and culture that inspires, local food and wine to tantalise the tastebuds and a lifestyle that captivates; the Fraser Coast is the perfect holiday destination offering unlimited experiences for you to savour.
About the Opportunity
A unique opportunity has arisen for an experienced General Manager to join Tourism Fraser Coast.
Reporting to the Board of Directors, you'll be responsible for supervising the day-to-day operations of the company to ensure its objectives are achieved in a professional and timely manner.
Some of your more specific duties will include (but not be limited to):
- Ensuring sound financial management of the Organisation;
- Reporting to the Board monthly regarding operational performance including financial, membership and marketing;
- Maintaining a close working relationship with the tourism industry, the media, local business and relevant Local, State and Commonwealth Government organisations;
- Developing and implementing an annual marketing plan, and in association with the Board, an annual Corporate/Business Plan for the Organisation;
- Marketing and developing tourism product and services to maximise the economic benefits to the region;
- Initiating, implementing and managing sales driven marketing campaigns;
- Maintaining and encouraging a close liaison with Tourism Queensland in regards to marketing and product development issues;
- Planning and coordinating tourism industry functions and seminars with industry organisations;
- Recruiting, developing and managing staff to ensure optimum performance; and
- Achieving favourable, and accurate, media coverage for the region and encouraging familiarisation tours by travel and media personnel of the region.
The successful applicant will have substantial hands-on experience in a Management position within both a membership based organisation and the tourism industry. A tertiary qualification in Tourism, Marketing or Business, or equivalent experience, is essential.
In this role, your ability to provide leadership and strategic advice in managing a membership based, regional tourism organisation is pivotal, as is your high level management skills, particularly your ability to manage financial, human and physical resources.
Importantly, you will be a clear and personable communicator, with sound presentation, written and reporting skills and the ability to build effective relationships with a range of people, including staff, members, the Board and stakeholders.
To succeed, you'll need a working knowledge and understanding of the Queensland tourism industry and its structure, and proven marketing skills, including an understanding of destination marketing. A current driver's licence is also a must.
For a Manager looking for a change of pace, a change of scenery and a new lifestyle in a breathtaking setting, this is a unique opportunity to work within a well established and growing key organisation.
This pivotal role offers anattractive remuneration to be negotiated with the successful incumbent based on suitable experience. On top of this, you will enjoy excellent benefits including a car allowance or company vehicle (to be negotiated), a laptop and mobile phone!
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and display your leadership qualities, Apply Now!