TREBARTHA BY ARDENCY
About Keyton:
Ardency is proudly owned by Keyton, a trusted leading owner and operator of retirement villages in Australia. With over 65 villages nationally, 15,000+ residents and 800+ passionate staff, Keyton is leading the way with heart, for a new age of wellbeing, connection and choice for all independent seniors.
Leveraging over 30 years of experience, our teams work across the country in a variety of departments and business units, all share a common goal: We Lead with Heart, and we are committed to creating caring and fun-filled retirement communities.
Our purpose is to create places where communities thrive – not only for residents, but importantly, for our employees also. We do this by creating safe, secure and connected independent living communities where residents can enjoy active and social lifestyles, close to essential services and amenities.
Your Day on a Page:
Step into a leadership role where community, connection, and lifestyle come together seamlessly.
Nestled in a peaceful, leafy street of prestigious Elizabeth Bay, Trebartha is a curated collection of 56 elegantly appointed residences, offering a rare fusion of cosmopolitan vitality and refined, luxury living. Framed by panoramic views over Rushcutters Bay, this exclusive address brings together the comfort of home with the personalised touch of five-star service, in one of Sydney’s most coveted locations.
As Village Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping this welcoming community - leading with heart, driving operational excellence, and ensuring every resident feels truly at home.
Reporting to the Regional Operations Manager, your responsibilities will include:
- Managing the day to day operations of the village and ensure smooth service delivery
- Overseeing maintenance, contractors, and service providers to keep the village running efficiently
- Fostering a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment for residents
- Working collaboratively with the Residents Committee to support communication and village initiatives
- Managing resident feedback, complaints, move ins, and exits to ensure a positive experience
- Building strong customer relationships and maintain effective communication with residents
- Leading financial processes including budgeting, expenditure control, and service fee setting
- Conducting regular inspections, safety checks, and maintenance planning to ensure compliance and presentation standards
- Monitoring and reporting village performance to senior leaders, ensuring regulatory compliance
- Leading recruitment, performance management, development planning, and succession planning for village staff
- Partnering with Sales and Marketing to maximise resale values and support occupancy goals.
- Supporting prospective purchasers and assess suitability of potential residents
- Ensuring compliance with EHS requirements and manage village health and safety risks
- Planning and oversee a variety of social, lifestyle, and wellbeing activities for residents
- Leading a passionate team committed to delivering an exceptional resident experience
About You:
- Excellent people leadership skills with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams
- Strong financial acumen, with demonstrated experience in budgeting and financial reporting, is highly desirable and would be a valuable asset in this role
- Brings extensive experience in complaint management and dispute resolution, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently and professionally
- Proven experience in asset management, ideally within property, facilities, or retirement living
- Experience in roles focused on community connection and engagement would be highly regarded
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to resident wellbeing
- Experienced in operational management, with strong organisational, consultative and negotiation skills
- Have excellent computer skills (confident with the use of Microsoft Office Suite and various online applications)
- A people person with a genuine love for working with seniors
- Compassionate, with a deep understanding of the unique needs of independent living seniors
Keyton Perks and Benefits:
- Competitive salary + Bonus scheme
- Flexible working arrangements and supportive leadership
- A supportive and friendly work environment
- 4x Wellbeing Days (one per quarter). That’s almost an additional week off on top of your annual leave!
- Fitness Passport for you and your family
- Be part of a forward-thinking team driving digital transformation
- Work on high-impact projects that shape the future of our business
- Collaborative culture with opportunities for growth and development
The successful candidate will also have or be willing to complete their First Aid, CPR Certificates and driver's license with own transport.
Ready to Join the Fun?
If you’re passionate about leading a vibrant and caring community for independent living seniors, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and be a part of something truly special.
Please submit your resume and cover letter to the link below. In your cover letter, please highlight your interest in the Village Manager opportunity and explain how your skills, qualifications and interests align with our requirements.
Please note: The successful applicant must complete a Police Check & will be required to receive an annual flu vaccination between the months of May-November, with supporting documentation prior to joining.
At Keyton we celebrate diversity and acknowledge that what makes us different makes us stronger. We engage, enable and empower our people and support their individual needs. Inclusion sets us all up for success. We therefore encourage you to apply for roles in our business, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, race, age, religion, social background.
