About the Town

Based in the beautiful inner western suburbs of Perth, the Town of Cambridge has some of the best natural areas, open spaces, recreation, and sporting facilities in the state; Town of Cambridge staff can effortlessly enjoy attractions such as City Beach, Lake Monger, and Bold Park in their lunch break, or after work.

Our mission is to maintain and enhance our very liveable suburbs, their streetscapes and character and our vibrant activity centres through strategic, cost-effective management of resources and an enhanced community experience based on a locals first philosophy.

Being a values driven organisation, our ‘People First’ approach emphasises the values of Respect, Integrity, Creativity, Friendly and Helpful, and Teamwork.

The Wembley Golf Course 

Wembley Golf Course is a purpose-built public golf facility that leads the nation in design and functionality to attract more than just golfers. The entire complex includes 36 holes of golf, a ‘State of the Art’ 80 bay automated driving range, Perth’s best mini golf experience, one of Australia’s biggest pro shops and WA’s only PGA Learning and Performance Centre.

The Role 

The General Manager of the Wembley Golf Course is responsible for maximising financial returns, ensuring exceptional customer service, prioritising safety measures, and driving continuous improvement. This entails overseeing budgets, enhancing visitor experiences, managing safety protocols, and consistently striving for operational excellence.

The position oversees, manages and monitors all members of the Wembley Golf Course team. Externally it liaises with Council (via the Director) and the community to establish effective liaison between Council and the community and monitor community demand. It also attends regular meetings with the Corporate and Community Services Directorate and other Officers to ensure effective communication and support.

Selection Criteria 

• Demonstrated experience managing golf facility operations, development and management with a strong focus with business and community outcomes, including but not limited to contract management, tenancy laws, and property management
• Demonstrated experience in the development and implementation of assets management plan, a business plan, marketing strategies and safety practices.
• Experience preparing and monitoring the annual operational and capital budget and writing associated operational reports.
• Experience in human resource management including staff supervision and managing staff performance and development.
• Good understanding of Local Government operations and procedures relating to golf.
• High level communication skills, public relations and customer service skills.
• Relevant post graduate management qualifications would be highly regarded.

Eligibility 

• Australian working rights

This position is offered on a five-year performance-based contract and you will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package circa $160,000 to $190,000 per annum depending upon qualifications and experience. This package includes a base salary (which will be negotiated with the successful candidate).

How to apply

If you want to help contribute to the Town of Cambridge and make a difference to our community, we would like to hear from you!

For further information, including detailed positions descriptions, selection criteria, and how to apply for this position please visit the Town of Cambridge Careers page:

www.cambridge.wa.gov.au/Town-Council/Careers/Career-opportunities

Closing date:

3pm, Monday, 23 October 2023; interviews may be conducted with suitable candidates prior to the closing date. Therefore, the Town reserves the right to close applications prior to the aforementioned date.