Reference: NPr004594-ClaG-1
Lead the Business. Drive Performance. Make Your Mark.
Lead the Business. Drive Performance. Make Your Mark.
Duties & Responsibilities
A leading organisation in the hospitality and gaming industry is seeking an experienced and commercially astute General Manager to take full responsibility for its operation in eMalahleni, Mpumalanga.
This opportunity is suited to a dynamic business leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can confidently lead across operations, finance, HR, technology, customer experience, and people management. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving profitability, operational excellence, business growth, and team performance while ensuring the highest standards of compliance and service delivery.
If you're a hands-on leader who can balance strategy with execution, empower teams, and deliver sustainable results, this could be the ideal next step in your career.
Proven leadership capability and operational experience will be highly valued
Strong exposure to:
Proven track record of managing diverse teams and driving business performance
Strategic thinker with strong execution capability
Exceptional leadership and people management skills
Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities
Ability to influence and motivate teams
Highly organised with excellent planning skills
Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities
Results-driven with a hands-on leadership approach
Strong business leadership across multiple functions
The ability to balance operational performance, customer experience, and compliance
Exceptional people management and team development skills
Commercial awareness and sound financial decision-making
Confidence to challenge the status quo and implement improvements
A proactive, solutions-focused approach
The ability to remain calm and effective in a fast-paced environment
A strong sense of ownership and accountability
You'll enjoy broad exposure across finance, operations, HR, technology, strategy, and customer experience while working alongside senior leadership to drive business success.
The role offers the chance to make a tangible impact, shape business performance, develop high-performing teams, and contribute to the long-term growth and success of the organisation.
If you're an experienced leader who can move seamlessly between strategy and execution, understand the numbers, inspire people, and deliver results, we'd love to hear from you.
www.networkrecruitmentinternational.com
Claire Gill
Recruitment Consultant
[email protected]
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This opportunity is suited to a dynamic business leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can confidently lead across operations, finance, HR, technology, customer experience, and people management. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving profitability, operational excellence, business growth, and team performance while ensuring the highest standards of compliance and service delivery.
If you're a hands-on leader who can balance strategy with execution, empower teams, and deliver sustainable results, this could be the ideal next step in your career.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
- Oversee the day-to-day operation, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and profitability.
- Drive operational excellence across all business functions.
- Implement and maintain company policies, procedures, and operational standards.
- Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and service delivery.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational performance.
Financial & Commercial Management
- Develop and manage business plans, budgets, and financial targets.
- Monitor financial performance and drive profitability initiatives.
- Analyse operational and financial data to support decision-making.
- Ensure cost controls and prudent resource management.
- Deliver business results aligned to company objectives.
Leadership & People Management
- Lead, motivate, and develop teams across multiple departments.
- Foster a high-performance culture focused on accountability and excellence.
- Drive employee engagement, retention, and talent development initiatives.
- Manage workforce planning and succession development.
- Promote a positive and collaborative working environment.
Compliance & Governance
- Ensure compliance with all relevant industry regulations, legislation, and company policies.
- Maintain strong governance, risk management, and operational controls.
- Ensure operational practices align with organisational standards and objectives.
Systems & Business Improvement
- Oversee CRM platforms, business systems, and operational technology.
- Drive efficiencies through improved systems and processes.
- Leverage business insights and reporting to support strategic initiatives.
- Identify growth opportunities and implement solutions that improve performance.
Requirements
Qualifications
Relevant qualification advantageousProven leadership capability and operational experience will be highly valued
Experience
Minimum 10 years' experience in a General Management or Senior Operational Leadership roleStrong exposure to:
- Operations Management
- Financial Management
- Human Resources
- Business Systems and Technology
- Customer Service and Stakeholder Management
Proven track record of managing diverse teams and driving business performance
Key Competencies
Strong commercial and financial acumenStrategic thinker with strong execution capability
Exceptional leadership and people management skills
Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities
Ability to influence and motivate teams
Highly organised with excellent planning skills
Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities
Results-driven with a hands-on leadership approach
What We're Looking For
The successful candidate will demonstrate:Strong business leadership across multiple functions
The ability to balance operational performance, customer experience, and compliance
Exceptional people management and team development skills
Commercial awareness and sound financial decision-making
Confidence to challenge the status quo and implement improvements
A proactive, solutions-focused approach
The ability to remain calm and effective in a fast-paced environment
A strong sense of ownership and accountability
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This is an exciting opportunity to take full ownership of a substantial operation within a well-established business.You'll enjoy broad exposure across finance, operations, HR, technology, strategy, and customer experience while working alongside senior leadership to drive business success.
The role offers the chance to make a tangible impact, shape business performance, develop high-performing teams, and contribute to the long-term growth and success of the organisation.
If you're an experienced leader who can move seamlessly between strategy and execution, understand the numbers, inspire people, and deliver results, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply Today
For more exciting opportunities, visit:www.networkrecruitmentinternational.com
I also specialise in recruiting within:
- General Managers
- Operational Leaders
- Financial Managers
- Financial Controllers
- Management Accountants
- Finance Directors
- CFOs and Executive Leadership Roles
Claire Gill
Recruitment Consultant
[email protected]
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