General Manager - Residential Aged Care

Tongala, Victoria

We are looking for a passionate and experienced General Manager to guide Tongala Memorial forward, while honouring its rich local legacy.

Imagine leading a respected aged care home that’s been part of local life for nearly a century. Nestled in the heart of the Goulburn Valley, surrounded by lush gardens and the unmistakable warmth of country Victoria, Tongala Memorial is more than a residence, it’s a community landmark.

Originally established in 1925, Tongala Memorial has provided generations of older Australians with compassionate care, safety and a true sense of belonging. Today, it remains a highly regarded choice for residents and families seeking genuine person‑centred care in a peaceful rural setting.

About the role

As the General Manager of Tongala Memorial, you will bring together your clinical expertise, operational skills and caring leadership to create a truly welcoming and supportive home. You will oversee the day‑to‑day running of our 70‑bed facility, ensuring high standards of care, safety and compliance, all while nurturing a workplace culture where staff feel valued, engaged and motivated.

You will be the face of Tongala Memorial, building meaningful connections with residents, families, local stakeholders and the wider Tongala community. You will also collaborate closely with Respect Aged Care’s dedicated corporate services teams, from clinical governance and quality to people & culture, finance, procurement and catering -allowing you to focus on your strengths: leading people and shaping culture.

This is a rare opportunity to make a tangible difference, combining your professional leadership skills with a sense of purpose, all within a facility deeply rooted in local history and surrounded by the natural beauty of rural Victoria.

What makes this role different?

• Competitive salary ($156,000–$166,000) plus salary packaging
• Sign‑on bonus to welcome you aboard
• Relocation assistance & accommodation to help you settle in
• Retention bonus & annual performance bonus to recognise your ongoing impact
• Support to grow your career in a thriving, values‑based organisation

About you

-Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration
-Leadership experience in residential aged care (ideally 3+ years)
-Strong knowledge of aged care quality standards and funding frameworks
-Confident communicator who leads with empathy and integrity
-Passion for resident‑centred care and building a warm, inclusive team culture

Our purpose & values

At Respect, we believe everyone deserves a life well‑lived, with dignity and respect.
Our values guide everything we do:

• Respect – Treat all people with fairness and dignity
• Care – Look after and protect the elderly, and each other
• Teamwork – Encourage, cooperate and build trust
• Courage – Do the right thing, even when it’s difficult
• Integrity – Be open, honest and trustworthy
• Innovation – Think differently to solve problems
• Excellence – Drive quality and continuous improvement