Permanent, full-time position
Lovely village environment to work in!
Leadership role offering future growth opportunities.
Extensive staff benefits offered - read on to find out more...

About the role

We have an exciting career opportunity for an Assistant Village Manager to join our dedicated team at our Kapiti Village based in Wellinton. Reporting to the Village Manager, you will have responsibility for assisting with all aspects of the village, including service delivery, finances and staff management. Our residents are always at the heart of what we do so your customer focused, engaging energetic, and resilient manner will ensure you are the go-to person for our residents, their families and our friendly staff.

Some of the great things you will be doing

Demonstrate a respectful style of leadership that facilitates operational efficiency, profitability, appropriate people and management practices
Maintain appropriate and effective levels of communication and consultation with residents
Assist and support our Village Manager in developing business plans for service and product delivery
Assist in ensuring risk management is conducted in a professional and proactive manner in order to minimise any exposure

About you

You are passionate about village operations and are people orientated having residents at the centre of your focus. Some things that will support your application:

Previous experience assisting or involvement in the operational management of a "people" business
Skilled communicator with the ability to build meaningful relationships with residents, staff and internal/external customers
Excellent financial acumen, including sales focus and P&L ownership
Strategic planning experience to be able to contribute to the big picture, but equally able to look outside the industry to innovate
Previous contractor management (such as gardeners, F&B, deliveries, couriers, trades, 3rd party providers, security etc) would be advantageous
Whilst not essential, previous experience in the retirement village sector would be advantageous

Check out some of our Benefits!

3 paid wellness days per annum
1 paid day of leave to celebrate your birthday each year
Health & Life Insurance - automatic cover free to all permanent staff
Access to our new Reward and Recognition platform which includes access to discounts and cashbacks from over 100 retailers.
26 weeks of parental leave on full pay and 5 days paid leave for partners.
Kiwisaver payments continued for those opted in over the age of 65 years
Education, Development and Training Support

Established in 1984, Metlifecare is a leading owner and operator of retirement villages, providing rewarding lifestyles and care to more than 6,500 New Zealanders. We pride ourselves on providing retirement communities in which people are empowered to be the very best version of themselves.

How to apply
Please apply by clicking on the below APPLY NOW button or by visiting our careers page www.careers.metlifecare.co.nz/home

Please note that Identification and work eligibility is required with your application

Assistant Village Manager

Metlifecare

Assistant Village Manager

Metlifecare

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