General Manager

About Us

G’Day Group is the largest regional accommodation network in Australia, encompassing Discovery Parks, G’Day Parks, and the G’Day Rewards loyalty program. With over 300 holiday parks and resorts across the country, we’re committed to creating unforgettable Australian holiday experiences.

Nestled in the picturesque Adelaide Hills, Hahndorf is one of South Australia’s most iconic destinations, renowned for its historic charm, world-class food and wine, boutique experiences, and stunning natural surroundings.

We are seeking an experienced and resilient General Manager to lead our Hahndorf operation, inspire a high-performing team, and ensure every guest enjoys an exceptional South Australian holiday experience.

Why Join Us?

At our resort, we believe in creating a rewarding and supportive environment for our team. Here's what you can look forward to:

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the lifestyle of the beautiful Adelaide Hills while working in one of South Australia's premier tourism destinations.
• Competitive Salary Package: A competitive remuneration package complemented by performance-based incentives.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth, leadership development, and advancement within the G’Day Group.
• G’Day Rewards Discounts: Save on accommodation at over 300 G’Day Group locations for yourself, family, and friends, along with discounts through our travel, fuel, fitness, and lifestyle partners.
• Recognition & Wellbeing: Celebrate milestones through service recognition awards and access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Lifestyle Location: Enjoy easy access to Adelaide while being surrounded by the natural beauty, food, wine, and tourism experiences of the Adelaide Hills.

The Role

As the General Manager, you will take the reins of a high-performing tourism and accommodation operation, with a strong focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences and driving sustainable business growth.

Reporting to the Senior Regional Operations Manager, you’ll lead an experienced leadership team, work closely with key stakeholders, and ensure operational excellence across all areas of the property.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering consistently high standards across accommodation, food and beverage, guest services, and resort facilities.
• Leading, mentoring, and developing department managers and frontline teams to deliver outstanding guest experiences.
• Driving financial performance through effective budgeting, cost management, revenue optimisation, and strategic decision-making.
• Developing strong relationships with local tourism bodies, suppliers, community stakeholders, and business partners.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, workplace health and safety requirements, food safety standards, and company policies.
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and implementing initiatives that enhance both guest satisfaction and commercial performance.
• Building a positive, accountable, and inclusive workplace culture.
• Representing the property and the G’Day Group within the local Hahndorf and Adelaide Hills tourism community.

About You

We’re looking for an experienced, hands-on hospitality leader who thrives in dynamic environments and understands what it takes to operate a successful accommodation and tourism business.

You will be innovative, commercially focused, customer-centric, and passionate about developing people.

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:

• Extensive experience as a General Manager within a high-performing resort, hotel, holiday park, or tourism operation with accommodation and food and beverage offerings.
• A strong history of tenure and career progression within the hospitality industry, demonstrating your ability to deliver meaningful results in each role.
• Exceptional financial acumen and a strong understanding of budgets, P&L management, revenue, and cost control.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, engage, and build relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Strong leadership capabilities, with a proven ability to build high-performing and motivated teams.
• Relevant qualifications in hospitality or business management, including Food Safety and RSA certifications where applicable.
• A strong understanding of tourism operations and the ability to respond effectively to seasonal demand and changing market conditions.
• A genuine passion for hospitality, guest experience, and the unique tourism opportunities offered by the Adelaide Hills.

Apply Now

Discover more to life in Hahndorf.

Ready to make your mark in one of South Australia's most celebrated tourism destinations?

Apply now to lead a world-class team, deliver exceptional guest experiences, and take this outstanding Hahndorf operation to new heights.

This role includes extensive manual handling tasks, including lifting up to 20kg, kneeling and squatting, as well as handling chemicals and utilising machinery where required.

Prior to an offer of employment being made, candidates must provide authority for a Federal Police Clearance to disclose any criminal offences or charges.

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.