Village Manager

Lead the business strategy for a retirement village in vibrant Horsham, Victoria. Take ownership of the portfolio and drive positive community impact.

The organisation
Eureka Group Holdings (Eureka Villages) is an ASX-listed company focused on providing affordable, independent living communities for seniors across Australia. With over 50 villages and 2,800+ units under management, Eureka is committed to delivering safe, connected, and welcoming communities that feel like home.

With HQ located in Brisbane, the Eureka vison is a successful and rapid growth plan, Australia-wide, driven on a socialist mission to identify affordable housing options.

The Eureka team are driven by their mission and values. They are a team of professionals who
Put People First, Embrace the Challenge, Commit and Follow-Up,
and
Act with Purpose
, building inclusive communities where people feel at home with a sense of belonging.
 

The opportunity
We are seeking a seasoned and collaborative Village Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of Eureka's vibrant independent living community in Horsham, Victoria. This key role focuses on cultivating strong relationships with residents and the broader Horsham community, driving engagement, and upholding the highest standards of village life.

As Village Manager, you will ensure smooth operations and an exceptional resident experience. Your responsibilities will span property management, occupancy optimisation, staff leadership, and compliance with organisational and regulatory requirements. You'll play a central role in fostering a welcoming, active, and well-maintained village environment where residents feel supported and connected.

This is an incredibly exciting time to join an organisation that focuses on growth: externally from a geographical footprint perspective; internally, the commitment to develop a high performing, empowered, and engaged team with career development available.

Reporting to a highly experienced Regional Manager, the Village Manager will lead a small team consisting of Head Chef and an administrator and will be responsible for:

• Property Management

Managing leases, inspections, tenant communications, and records. Coordinating maintenance and ensuring properties meet organisational standards.

• Village Support and Community Engagement

Managing regular engagement activities to foster a vibrant community, overseeing events that enhance resident satisfaction, and serving as the main point of contact to ensure resident needs are promptly addressed.

• Business Performance and Financial Accountability

Managing occupancy and revenue growth through leasing strategies and retention initiatives, overseeing budgets and financial performance, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and providing financial insights to support transparency and performance alignment.

• Leadership and Team Collaboration

Managing and mentoring the village team to deliver high performance and exceptional service, implementing training programs to build capability, collaborating across departments, and ensuring clear communication to support a positive environment for staff and residents.

About you
The successful candidate is a commercially astute business manager with a growth and solution-focussed mindset and a background in real estate, hospitality management, and/ or aged care.

Presenting with a proven track record in driving positive customer, operational, and financial results, the Village Manager applies their personable and adaptable approach to cultivating enduring stakeholder relationships, promoting the Eureka brand with all interactions.

The Village Manager will demonstrate strong expertise in property management, with the ability to identify and capitalise on sustainable financial opportunities, whilst fostering a sense of harmony of belonging for team and residents alike through their leadership and operational capabilities.

What's on Offer
Eureka is living and breathing their rapid growth trajectory and mission of building affordable communities where people feel at home, sharing support, respect, and belonging. The successful candidate's ability to take ownership and potentialise the Horsham's business whilst balancing interactions and support with other Village Managers within the region to ultimately elevate multi-site success will be met with a competitive salary package, inclusive of bonus scheme, and the true sense of 'team', where you will be supported with recognition and clear pathways for internal career progression.

How to Apply
For a confidential discussion or role related questions, please contact Naomi McIntosh of The Orchard Talent Group on To apply please submit your current CV via the link. Please note applicants must have a legal right to work in Australia.

Applications close Friday 26h October but will be reviewed upon receipt.
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