General Manager, SeaLink Whitsundays

General Manager, SeaLink Whitsundays SeaLink Marine & Tourism

Join an Award-Winning Market Leader in the Whitsundays
Work in the Picturesque Whitsundays
Competitive Salary Package Offered
About The Role
As General Manager, SeaLink Whitsundays, you will be responsible for the effective management and leadership of the business, including people leadership, financial management, sales and marketing, fleet maintenance, strategy and business growth and corporate support. You will lead the business with strategic vision, ensuring exemplary customer service and operational efficiency of tours, scheduled services and charters in the region.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Provide strong and effective leadership
• Develop and execute plans for business growth
• Ensure budgeted revenue and profit targets are achieved
• Ensure compliance with safety and industry regulations
• Foster customer service excellence across all teams

This is your chance to lead a dynamic award-winning business, renowned for its sustainability and premium service.

About You
You will have extensive leadership experience and skills, and be an effective communicator. You will also have substantial experience in managing a tourism business with a strong focus on operational excellence, financial performance, safety and risk.

Your Experience And Skills Will Also Include The Following

• Proven record in negotiating and managing agreements
• Strong financial management experience
• Experience in strategic planning and business plan implementation
• Crisis management and dealing with the media.

Ideally, you will have experience in the tourism industry, particularly marine tourism.

How To Apply
If you are ready to lead a dynamic team towards further success and growth, don't delay in submitting your application, click APPLY and fill in as much information as you can in the track record section of the application, paying close attention to each question.

We are requesting your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the best person for this position.

Applications close 9 January 2026.
Please note that shortlisting will occur as applications are received, and an appointment may be made prior to the closing date.

About Us
SeaLink Whitsundays
is a market leader in the Whitsundays, offering award-winning scenic marine and land adventure tours and cruises, jet ski tours, private charters and exclusive ferries. SeaLink Whitsundays includes iconic brands such as SeaLink, Red Cat Adventures and Whitsunday JetSki Tours
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SeaLink Marine & Tourism
is one of Australia's largest marine and tourism businesses with operations across six states and territories, connecting our customers to many of Australia's most beautiful island destinations and brilliant experiences.

With globally recognised brands, we are a team who go beyond what others will do and are invested in supporting the communities and customers we serve.

SeaLink Marine and Tourism, is part of the
Kelsian Group
- Australia's largest integrated multi-modal transport provider and tourism operator, with established bus operations in Australia, the USA, Singapore and the UK.

Kelsian provides essential journeys for our customers by delivering safe and intelligent transport solutions designed to improve the sustainability and liveability of the communities we serve.

We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.