Park Manager - MacKay
G'day Group
Date: 21 hours ago
City: Mackay, Queensland
Contract type: Full time
Looking for your next leadership move in tourism or accommodation? Discovery Parks – Mackay offers a fantastic opportunity to take full ownership of a busy, high-performing holiday park in one of Queensland’s most scenic and livable coastal cities.
We’re looking for an experienced and hands-on Park Manager to lead operations, drive performance, and inspire a passionate team — all while enjoying the relaxed pace and natural beauty of the Whitsundays gateway.
Salary & Benefits
Mackay offers the best of coastal Queensland — with beaches, rainforests, island getaways, and a welcoming community. It’s a city that combines regional charm with great infrastructure, schools, healthcare, and everything you need for a relaxed and fulfilling lifestyle.
About The Role
As Park Manager, you’ll lead from the front, taking full responsibility for day-to-day operations, team culture, and the guest experience. This is a varied and rewarding role, perfect for someone who thrives on autonomy, service excellence, and delivering results.
Key Responsibilities Include
You’re a confident and capable leader with a guest-first mindset and the operational experience to drive park performance.
You’ll Bring
If you're ready to take the lead in one of Queensland’s most desirable regional locations, apply now to join Discovery Parks – Mackay and grow your career with a national tourism leader.
Before receiving a job offer, candidates must consent to a Federal Police Clearance for criminal records. Additionally, a valid Working with Children's Check specific to the state is required.
This role may require heavy lifting (up to 20kg), kneeling, squatting, and working with chemicals and machinery.
The G’day Group acknowledges the increasing global expectation to demonstrate our approach to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) risk factors and sustainability in our daily operations and ongoing decision making. Our five-year ESG strategy is evolving to ensure we are committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace, giving back to the communities we operate in, and protecting our environment.
We’re looking for an experienced and hands-on Park Manager to lead operations, drive performance, and inspire a passionate team — all while enjoying the relaxed pace and natural beauty of the Whitsundays gateway.
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary package , including base salary, super, accommodation, and performance-based bonus eligibility
- Quarterly and annual bonus scheme
- Career development opportunities within Australia’s largest park network
- National support from our Adelaide-based head office team
- Discounts at 300+ Discovery Parks and G’day Group locations
- Service recognition awards and Employee Assistance Program
Mackay offers the best of coastal Queensland — with beaches, rainforests, island getaways, and a welcoming community. It’s a city that combines regional charm with great infrastructure, schools, healthcare, and everything you need for a relaxed and fulfilling lifestyle.
About The Role
As Park Manager, you’ll lead from the front, taking full responsibility for day-to-day operations, team culture, and the guest experience. This is a varied and rewarding role, perfect for someone who thrives on autonomy, service excellence, and delivering results.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Leading a team across reception, housekeeping, maintenance, and guest service
- Driving a positive, high-performance team culture
- Managing the park’s financial performance, including budgeting and revenue growth
- Overseeing compliance, safety, and park presentation
- Collaborating with internal partners across HR, revenue, and marketing
- Handling after-hours responsibilities as required
You’re a confident and capable leader with a guest-first mindset and the operational experience to drive park performance.
You’ll Bring
- Proven experience in holiday park, accommodation, or hospitality management
- Strong financial, budgeting, and business performance skills
- Demonstrated ability to lead, train, and motivate staff
- Great communication and problem-solving abilities
- Familiarity with RMS or similar systems
- A valid driver’s license
If you're ready to take the lead in one of Queensland’s most desirable regional locations, apply now to join Discovery Parks – Mackay and grow your career with a national tourism leader.
Before receiving a job offer, candidates must consent to a Federal Police Clearance for criminal records. Additionally, a valid Working with Children's Check specific to the state is required.
This role may require heavy lifting (up to 20kg), kneeling, squatting, and working with chemicals and machinery.
The G’day Group acknowledges the increasing global expectation to demonstrate our approach to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) risk factors and sustainability in our daily operations and ongoing decision making. Our five-year ESG strategy is evolving to ensure we are committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace, giving back to the communities we operate in, and protecting our environment.
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