Regional Grounds & Facilities Manager

About this role

Lead, support and elevate the presentation of some of the Sunshine Coast's most premium over-50s communities!

We're looking for an experienced Regional Manager - Grounds & Facilities to join GemLife and oversee the grounds and facilities operations across our Palmwoods, Maroochy and Pacific Paradise resorts.

This is an exciting opportunity for a people-focused leader who enjoys building high-performing teams, driving operational excellence and delivering projects that enhance the lifestyle experience of our homeowners. If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely influence standards across multiple communities while working for one of Australia's fastest-growing lifestyle resort developers, we'd love to hear from you.

About Us

GemLife is one of Australia's fastest-growing developers of luxury over-50s residential resorts. We're known for our architecturally designed resorts, premium facilities, and exceptional lifestyle experiences. As a newly ASX-listed company, we foster a positive and inclusive culture built on passion, integrity and respect. For more about what we do, please head to www.gemlife.com.au.

Reporting to the State Manager, Resort Operations, you'll lead the Grounds & Facilities function across a portfolio of Sunshine Coast resorts, supporting local teams while ensuring our communities continue to be presented to the exceptional standard GemLife is known for.

You'll play a key role in developing and supporting Grounds & Facilities teams, overseeing contractor performance, delivering improvement projects and ensuring our resorts remain safe, compliant and beautifully maintained for homeowners and visitors alike.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and support Grounds & Facilities teams across multiple Sunshine Coast resorts
• Drive a positive, safety-focused and high-performing team culture
• Ensure resort grounds, facilities and community assets are maintained to GemLife standards
• Manage capital works, refurbishment projects and site improvement initiatives
• Build strong relationships with homeowners, contractors and internal stakeholders
• Oversee contractor engagement, performance and compliance across the region
• Monitor budgets, resources and operational priorities across multiple sites
• Support operational continuity and provide leadership across resorts when required
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and operational efficiencies
• Ensure all activities align with WHS requirements and company standards

To be successful you'll have

• Leadership experience within facilities management, property operations, grounds maintenance or a similar environment
• Proven experience leading and developing teams across multiple locations
• Strong contractor management and project delivery capability
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Sound understanding of workplace health and safety requirements
• Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving skills
• Experience managing budgets, resources and competing priorities
• A hands-on leadership style and a genuine passion for creating exceptional environments

What It's Like To Work At GemLife

• Being a crucial part of a team that values your feedback, contributions and supports your growth and development
• A regional leadership role with autonomy, variety and the opportunity to make a genuine impact
• A company experiencing significant growth and creating exciting career opportunities for the team
• Work vehicle, Flare Retail discounts, Fitness Passport subsidised, and uniform provided
• Working at a certified Great Place to Work®

Ready to make your mark?

If you're passionate about leading people, maintaining exceptional standards and creating communities that homeowners are proud to call home, we'd love to hear from you.

We only accept applications from Australian Citizens, Residents or candidates with full Australian work rights. We are unable to offer sponsorship.

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