General Manager - Retirement Complex

Recruiter:

Sandi Crowther Recruitment

Job Ref:

DUR003444/SC

Date posted:

Friday, August 29, 2025

Location:

Durban, South Africa

Salary:

40 000

SUMMARY:
Durban. We are looking for a dynamic individual with excellent management skills, a keen financial understanding, and a genuine empathy for the elderly. Experience in running a retirement centre or similar would be a distinct advantage.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities:

Overall management and day-to-day operations of the retirement complex

Leading and managing a diverse team of approximately 50 staff across various departments

Liaising closely with the assistant manager (responsible for sales)

Coordinating with outsourced services for catering and housekeeping

Ensuring the upkeep and maintenance of a large facility

Managing staff relationships – dealings with unions an advantage

Contributing to sales and marketing initiatives

Requirements:

Proven management experience in a complex operational environment

Financial competence, including budget management

Experience with the maintenance of large buildings

Ability to work with and relate to elderly residents in a respectful, empathetic manner

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

An understanding of shareblock structures is highly beneficial

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