Assistant Manager - Tannum Sands

Step Into Leadership by the Sea — Assistant Park Manager, Tannum Sands

Discovery Holiday Parks – Tannum Sands offers a unique opportunity to grow your career while living in one of Queensland’s most relaxed and picturesque coastal towns. With its beachfront location and strong community vibe, this park is the perfect place to step into a leadership role and make your mark.

We’re looking for a hands-on, experienced Assistant Park Manager to help oversee daily operations and support the team in the Park Manager’s absence. If you’re customer-focused, results-driven, and ready to embrace a leadership role in a stunning natural setting, this could be your next big move.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Quarterly and annual bonus scheme
• Career development and progression with Australia’s largest park network
• Support from a professional Adelaide-based head office
• Discounts at 300+ Discovery Parks and G’day Group locations
• Service recognition awards and Employee Assistance Program

Why Tannum Sands?

Tannum Sands is a hidden gem on Queensland’s Capricorn Coast, offering a laid-back lifestyle with beautiful beaches, great fishing, and a welcoming community. With easy access to Gladstone and the Southern Great Barrier Reef, it’s the ideal place to enjoy work-life balance in a coastal paradise.

About the Role

As Assistant Park Manager, you’ll support the Park Manager in overseeing daily operations, leading the team, and ensuring the park runs smoothly and safely. You’ll take charge in their absence and play a key role in maintaining high standards across all areas.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing daily park operations and responding to after-hours callouts
• Supporting guest check-ins, reservations, and account handling
• Assisting with budgeting and revenue tracking
• Leading and mentoring staff across departments
• Helping maintain a high standard of park presentation, safety, and compliance
• Contributing to local marketing and guest engagement initiatives

About You

You’re a confident all-rounder with great communication skills and a strong service mindset. You lead by example, are solutions-focused, and enjoy variety in your day-to-day.

You’ll bring:

• Leadership experience in holiday parks, hospitality, accommodation, or tourism
• Strong team mentoring and operational coordination skills
• Familiarity with budget oversight and reporting
• Experience with RMS or similar reservations systems (ideal)
• Great interpersonal skills and a guest-first approach
• Flexibility for weekend and after-hours shifts
• A valid driver’s licence

Before receiving a job offer, candidates must consent to a Federal Police Clearance. Additionally, a valid Working with Children's Check specific to the state is required.

This role may require heavy lifting (up to 20kg), kneeling, squatting, and working with chemicals and machinery.

The G’day Group acknowledges the increasing global expectation to demonstrate our approach to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) risk factors and sustainability in our daily operations and ongoing decision making. Our five-year ESG strategy is evolving to ensure we are committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace, giving back to the communities we operate in, and protecting our environment.