General Manager- Operations and Facilities

Role: General Manager- Operations and Facilities

Location:
Tasmania- Relocation OR option for FIFO with minimum 3 days per week in Tasmania

Package:
Very Competitive + relocation package

The Role:

Redpath Partners are assisting a leading investment group who are seeking an experienced General Manager to lead operations for a portfolio of purpose built student accommodation located in Tasmania.

Based in Hobart, you will play a key role in executing a value creation plan aimed at enhancing operational performance and stakeholder engagement. The newly acquired portfolio comprises 1,800 student beds across Tasmania, and we are looking for a senior leader to manage the asset and drive profitability.

To be considered for this role, you will have experience reporting to board level and a strong track record of leadership in FM operations, contractor management, asset/portfolio management and strong stakeholder engagement skills.

A background within the student accommodation sector or education-linked infrastructure would be advantageous but not essential.

This role requires either relocation to Tasmania (a full relocation package is provided) or a FIFO arrangement, with a minimum commitment of three days per week on site. In return, our client offers an attractive base salary, performance-based bonus, and a comprehensive relocation or FIFO package.

Responsibilities in your role as General Manager- Facilities and Operations:

• Lead delivery of the Value Creation Plan with a particular focus on occupancy recovery, rent realignment, and margin improvement.
• Act as the day-to-day representative of the Board, overseeing operations and performance across the portfolio.
• Develop and manage relationships with UTAS stakeholders to influence decision-making on student marketing, rent approvals, ancillary income, and strategic planning. While the GM will be employed by the investment company, they will need to build a constructive and solutions-oriented working relationship with UTAS to influence outcomes under the concession.
• Provide regular updates on financial and operational performance.
• Drive top-line growth through revenue optimisation strategies including dynamic pricing and ancillary income streams.
• Oversee implementation of refurbishment and reconfiguration projects in collaboration with the facilities management contractor (managed by PFM) and other delivery partners.
• Support refinancing and long-term investment plan, including preparation of materials and market positioning.
• Monitor operator performance and participate in contract management and scope alignment across key service providers (e.g., Tetris Capital, who are responsible for routine asset management, and PFM who are responsible for facilities management over the life of the concession).
• Ensure compliance with all statutory, contractual, and regulatory requirements.
• Establish better visibility over enrolment and accommodation data and enhance reporting flows to UTACS to inform commercial decision-making.
• Represent the business externally through stakeholder engagement and market presence in Tasmania.

To be considered for this General Manager- Facilities and Operations role, we are looking for the following experience:

• Proven leadership experience in operational real estate, ideally student accommodation, PBSA, or education-linked infrastructure.
• Demonstrated success in turnaround or performance improvement environments.
• Strong track record managing complex stakeholder environments, including universities or public sector partners.
• Commercial acumen with experience driving revenue growth and managing cost bases.
• Familiarity with private equity or fund-owned platforms is preferred.
• Experience in regional Australia or Tasmania is advantageous.

In return for your commitment, our client are offering:

• Attractive remuneration commensurate with experience.
• Annual performance bonus aligned to financial and operational KPIs.
• Long-term incentive structure tied to delivery of VCP and value uplift.
• Relocation support (if applicable).

For more information, please contact Jade Whitmore at or