Centre Manager, Burleigh Heads

The Opportunity

We're on the lookout for a strategic and community-minded Centre Manager to lead the success of Stockland Burleigh Heads, located in the vibrant town centre in the heart of the Gold Coast. Anchored by three majors, and home to 100 specialty stores and a lively dining precinct, this centre is a go-to destination for locals and visitors alike.

If you're open to relocating, this role offers the chance to live and work in one of Australia's most desirable lifestyle locations combining an exciting career with coastal living.

In this role, you'll take the lead on the centre's overall management, operations, and strategic direction—ensuring it remains a high-performing retail hub and a welcoming space for retailers, customers, and the broader community.

Your role

As Centre Manager, you'll lead a high-performing team and oversee the seamless delivery of day-to-day operations. You will collaborate across key internal functions including Leasing, S-Connect, Marketing, Operations, Portfolio and Project Management to ensure, alignment and deliver a cohesive and customer-focused experience. Your duties will include:

Asset Performance

• Drive and deliver strategic priorities that enhance asset performance, customer experience, and long-term value
• Manage the Centre's financial operating budget and business plans, including forecasting, performance tracking, and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Maximise net profit through strategic revenue growth initiatives and effective cost management.
• Deliver accurate forecasts and manage both operational and capital budgets.
• Maintain strong debtor control and uphold financial discipline across all areas of the Centre's operations.

Operational Management

• Track sales and traffic data, monitor tenant performance and drive centre commercial outcomes and tenant success
• Oversee centre operations including contractor performance, capital works, ensure compliance with safety and legal standards.
• Developing and maintaining strong communication lines with all Centre retailers, contractors, customers and local councils

Innovation & Business Development

• Lead initiatives that drive organisational improvement and cross-functional collaboration.
• Conduct post-project reviews to identify strengths and opportunities for enhancement.

Culture & People

• Build a high-performing centre team by attracting, developing, and retaining top talent.
• Foster capability through knowledge sharing and support team members in setting clear objectives and development plans.

About You

You bring over 5 years of proven experience in centre management, with a strong track record of leading high-performing teams and delivering commercial results. Your ability to influence stakeholders and drive outcomes is matched by your expertise in project and financial management.

We're looking for someone who also offers:

• Tertiary qualifications in business, property, or a related field.
• A Real Estate Licence (preferred).
• Strong financial analysis and reporting skills.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• A customer-first mindset, with the ability to build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships.

The Stockland Proposition

At Stockland we are a community delivering outcomes that benefit the community at large. We work collaboratively and inclusively, building strong working relationships. Our portfolio is diverse and so are the opportunities for professional and career development. We are committed to providing our people with broad experiences to build a successful career.

We offer competitive remuneration and benefits. Benefits include free access to subsidised lifestyle, health, well-being and financial services products.

Due to the permanent nature of this role, we can only accept applications from Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents or Open Work Visa holders with more than 12 months validity from their role start date.

Stockland – A better way to live