Griffith is one of Australia’s most vibrant and cosmopolitan regional centres.
With a population of 27,000, Griffith exudes a rich blend of cultures and traditions. Today, more than seventy nationalities add to our cultural tapestry including Italian, Indian, Afghani and Pacific Communities.
Life in Griffith revolves around food, wine, sport and family. The annual festivals are a wonderful time to visit, as they showcase our local food and world-class wines, friendly people and colourful cultures. Fall in love with Griffith, and explore the many wonderful opportunities for employment for people seeking a tree change.
Griffith, Hanwood, Yenda, Lake Wyangan, Yoogali, Bilbul, Beelbangera, Tharbogang.
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Griffith Airport serves as a vital hub for both Rex and Qantas flights, providing essential connections from Griffith to Sydney.
Griffith Buslines offer a range of convenient services, both within the town and to surrounding areas such as Bilbul, Yenda, Darlington Point, Hanwood, and Mayfair.
Griffith Taxis: For quick and reliable transport, simply dial 131 008 to reach Griffith Taxis.
Prestige Car Hire: Need a private transport option? Contact Prestige Car Hire at 0428 121 388 or via email.
Melbourne XPT: Experience comfortable travel with the Melbourne XPT, which operates twice daily between Melbourne and Sydney. This service includes stops at Cootamundra and/or Wagga Wagga, with a connecting coach service to Griffith.
Griffith XPLORER: On Wednesdays and Saturdays, the Griffith XPLORER offers a direct route from Sydney to Griffith, providing additional travel options for passengers.
These transport services, from flights at Griffith Airport to the convenience of Griffith Buslines, taxis, and car hire options, ensure that travelers have a range of choices for their journeys. Whether commuting within Griffith or traveling to nearby towns or major cities like Sydney and Melbourne, these services aim to make transportation hassle-free and accessible.
Griffith is the agricultural powerhouse of the Riverina, servicing a population catchment of over 55,000. The agricultural industry in Griffith is diverse, and includes wineries, citrus, poultry, rice, grain, nuts, cotton and more. Griffith also has a strong construction industry, mainly consisting of small, privately owned companies. Healthcare is a significant industry, Griffith is part of the Murrumbidgee Local Health District.
Griffith has skills gaps in information media and telecommunications, financial and insurance services, and technical/scientific services. There are opportunities for investment in housing and agritourism.
Job Description
This is an opportunity for an experienced General Manager to take overall responsibility for a high-volume, multi-faceted venue and make a genuine impact. With a salary of $120-135K + super and a company car, you'll oversee the day-to-day operation while driving people, financial performance, compliance and customer experience. The role suits a commercially minded and hands-on leader who understands the demands of food, beverage, gaming, accommodation and late-night trading. If you're ready to step into a senior regional role with real autonomy and strong ownership support, this is worth a look.
Position Description
* Take overall responsibility for daily venue operations across food, beverage, gaming, accommodation and entertainment
* Lead, coach and develop a diverse hospitality team while setting clear expectations and accountability
* Manage budgets, labour, revenue, costs and overall venue profitability
* Oversee gaming, TAB, liquor licensing and compliance requirements
* Manage rosters, staffing levels, KPIs and operational performance
* Drive service standards, customer experience and community engagement
* Work closely with ownership and senior leadership on strategy and business opportunities
* Maintain a visible, hands-on presence across the venue, including late-night operations
About the Employer
Our client is a well-established regional hospitality venue with a strong local following and a diverse offering across food, beverage, gaming, and entertainment. With strong local trade, an experienced ownership team and a well-established presence in the community, this is a genuine opportunity to take ownership of a significant venue operation. You'll be supported by experienced leadership while having the autonomy to drive standards, performance and the overall guest experience. Regional living also offers a lower cost of living, shorter commutes and reduced fuel costs, making it an attractive alternative to city life.
About the Candidate
* Previous General Manager, Venue Manager, Operations Manager or senior hospitality leadership experience
* Background managing a high-volume food, beverage, gaming and accommodation venue
* Strong late-night trading experience
* Proven financial, commercial and people-management capability
* Experience managing gaming, TAB, liquor licensing and regulatory compliance
* RSA, Advanced RCG, TAB compliance, Advanced Licensing certificates essential
* Flexibility to work across weekends and evenings as required
* Commercially minded, hands-on, and confident working with ownership and senior management
Work Environment
* $120-135K + super, depending on experience
* Company car
* Established regional venue with strong local trade
* Experienced ownership and leadership support
* Genuine autonomy across venue operations
* Lower cost of living compared with metropolitan areas
* Shorter daily commutes and reduced fuel costs
* Opportunity to make a significant impact within a well-established venue
Lead a high-volume regional hospitality venue across food, beverage, gaming and accommodation. $120-135K + super + company car.
Job Description
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Are you an experienced early learning professional eager to advance your career, sharpen your leadership skills, and contribute to building a thriving business? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
As the Assistant Director at Goodstart Estella, you'll leverage your expertise and leadership to inspire and motivate your centre team, driving continuous improvement across all areas of centre operations. Collaborate with our dedicated leadership team, forge respectful and reciprocal relationships with families, and actively engage with the local community networks.
In this role, you will:
* Support the Centre Director in the leadership of the team to provide high-quality early learning and care
* Mentor and build capabilities within the centre team
* Be responsible for the overall management of the centre in the Centre Director's absence
* Use and implement the Goodstart Practice Guide, Supporting our people and protecting our children
We're an equal opportunity employer that is proud of our inclusive and diverse work environment. We know that Goodstarters from diverse cultures, backgrounds and experiences strengthen our teams and help us grow. We're also deeply committed to Reconciliation and creating an environment where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People feel a strong sense of belonging and connection.
Safety is our priority, and we will take any action necessary to ensure that all children can feel safe and be safe, and are safeguarded from abuse, neglect and harm. As a Child Safe Organisation, all of our candidates must have or obtain a valid Working with Children Check along with a Certificate of Completion for the National Child Safety Foundation Training, completed via the Geccko platform.
About the Candidate
If you have previous experience as an Assistant Director or in a centre leadership position, or similar, we'd love to talk to you about which of our amazing opportunities would be the best fit for you.
Work Environment
* Our welcoming centre caters for up to 52 children across our Nursery, Toddler and Preschool rooms
* Open 7:45 am to 5:45 pm
* Located in a quiet and safe residential area, near school, shops, and local conveniences
* Team of highly qualified centre staff
* Winner of the Making a Difference award in the 2023 Goodies for being recognised as an exceptional and inclusive centre, improving access and participation for children and families
* Unique from other centres with varied natural elements in the outdoor environment
* Strong relationships with the broader Griffith community to enrich children's learning through excursions and community events
* Fixed-term (12 months)
What Goodstart can offer you:
* Receive at least 7% above the award rate
* Up to 50% discount off your childcare gap fees and up to 6 weeks paid parental leave
* Salary packaging benefits available through AccessPay (eligibility applies)
* Fitness Passport - access to gyms and pools for you and your family at a heavily discounted price
* Paid professional development
* Two wellbeing days included in your personal leave per year
* Free annual flu shot (optional)
* Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work-life balance
* First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
* Retail discounts on insurance, travel and technology
* Uniform allowance and employee referral program, National
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Griffith is in the heart of the Wiradjuri nation, and many members of our community are Wiradjuri people, often originating from surrounding areas such as Narrandera and Darlington Point. Our community also includes people who are descended from other language groups such as Yota Yota people, Ngiyampaa people and Paakantji people.
Griffith was created as part of the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area (MIA) project, a plan to supply irrigation from the Murrumbidgee river to open up western New South Wales for farming. The town plan for Griffith was designed by Walter Burley Griffin. Griffith was proclaimed as a city in 1987.
Griffith boasts diverse recreational opportunities. Wine enthusiasts can indulge in vineyard tours and tastings, while outdoor lovers can explore Cocoparra National Park’s hiking trails and scenic vistas. The city offers sports facilities for tennis, golf and more, along with water-based activities at Lake Wyangan and the renewed Sporting Facility which includes an Olympic sized outdoor pool.
Cultural experiences include art galleries, local markets, and community events, such as the Griffith Easter Party and the Italian Festival, With its mix of nature, sports, and cultural offerings, Griffith provides a well-rounded range of recreational activities for residents and visitors alike.
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