General Manager

“At Opal HealthCare, we know that companies don't succeed, people do.”
Our purpose is to bring joy to those we care for, guided by our C.A.R.E values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. As one of Australia’s leading private aged care providers, we support over 23,000 team members caring for more than 14,000 residents across 149 Care Communities nationwide.

About the Role

We are seeking a values-led General Manager who is passionate about delivering exceptional care and fostering a person-centred culture. Supported by a dedicated multidisciplinary team, you’ll partner with clinical leaders to champion a personalised, home-like environment where residents feel safe, connected and truly at home.

Why Mill Park Glades Care Community?

Located on the edge of the picturesque Plenty Gorge Parklands, Mill Park Glades Care Community offers a welcoming workplace that combines natural surroundings with a strong sense of community. Featuring beautifully landscaped courtyards, a dedicated Memory Care Neighbourhood, chapel, library, Men’s Shed, and hair and beauty salon, the home provides a vibrant and supportive environment for residents and team members alike. Known for its warm culture and commitment to high-quality, person-centred care, Mill Park Glades is a rewarding place to build your career, develop meaningful relationships, and make a genuine difference in the lives of residents every day.

What You'll Do

• Lead and inspire clinical and non-clinical teams to deliver a high-performing, values-led culture
• Own performance outcomes across care quality, financials, compliance and resident experience
• Build trusted relationships with residents, families, team members and the local community
• Drive operational excellence through strong systems, continuous improvement and capable leaders
• Champion Opal’s C.A.R.E values in every decision and action

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience as a General Manager or senior leader in a highly regulated, service-led environment (e.g. aged care, health or community services)
• Strong ability to inspire and develop teams, fostering an engaged, high-performing culture
• Commercial acumen with strong financial capability and a commitment to quality care
• Highly effective communication skills with a visible, hands-on leadership style
• Sound knowledge of regulatory frameworks, quality standards and risk management

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience as a General Manager or senior leader in a highly regulated, service-led environment (e.g. aged care, health, community services or similar sectors)
• Strong ability to inspire and develop teams, fostering an engaged, high-performing culture
• Commercial acumen with strong financial capability and a commitment to quality care
• Highly effective communication skills with a visible, hands-on leadership style
• Sound knowledge of regulatory frameworks, quality standards and risk management
• AHPRA registration (highly regarded), or relevant qualifications/experience in a related field

What We Offer You

• Empowered Leadership: Autonomy to lead your care community and shape its success
• Purpose & Impact: Make a meaningful difference to residents, families and team members every day
• Clear Career Pathways: Genuine progression to regional and national roles — we promote from within
• Ongoing Development: Leadership programs, training and career pathways to support your growth
• Scale & Stability: Backed by a national organisation with established systems and ongoing investment
• Strong Support: Partner with regional and national experts across clinical, sales, transformation, dementia care, hospitality, HR and more.

Lead with Purpose

If you are a passionate, resilient leader ready to take full ownership of a care community, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to lead something meaningful with Opal HealthCare.