Nau mai ki te roopu Arvida | Welcome to Arvida

At Arvida, we create communities with freedom to thrive. 

We build, own, and operate communities that provide quality living and aged care services to older New Zealanders - with a resident-led approach. Each day, our interactions with our team, residents, and partners are guided by our three values: Being There | In it Together | Look for a Way

Mō te tūranga | About the opportunity

At Arvida, we create communities with freedom to thrive, and our journey continues with our new development in Wanaka. Scheduled to welcome its first residents early in the fourth quarter of 2027, we are seeking a seasoned and passionate operator to generate and drive sales of the site’s independent villas prior to opening – then continue overall management, growth, and service delivery of the established community.  We are envisaging that the successful candidate would commence in early February 2027.

Development will be staggered across several phases and once completed, the site will offer independent living and specialised care – enabling residents to continue to live within their community as their care needs change.  

Prior to opening day and working with alongside the Sales Manager you will be responsible for villa sales, engagement of prospective residents and the wider community, and general operational support as construction continues. However, once established you will oversee all day-to-day operations, including team leadership, clinical care, gardens and property maintenance, and overall village performance. 

This is a rare opportunity to lead from the beginning, establish operations as the village grows, and shape and build a community from the ground up. 

To tatou kaitono pai | What you bring

To ensure the future success of Wanaka, your commercial acumen, natural stakeholder engagement and relationship building approach, combined with strong leadership skills will develop and then nourish a thriving village and community.  

In addition, you will also demonstrate: 

• At least 5 years' experience in a similar role (senior living or healthcare experience preferred). 

• Ability to engage and foster relationships with prospective, future, and established residents and ensure Arvida’s reputation is built and enhanced in the local community. 

• Experience in leading, coaching and developing people - fostering a values-led culture. 

• Strong business and financial acumen with the ability to deliver operational goals.   

• Knowledge and experience with Village Management agreements and contracts, and ORA sales and property management principles. 

• Understanding and application of relevant legislation. 

• Good knowledge of Health & Safety management and safe working practices.

He aha ta maatau e tuku | What we offer 

• Competitive market rate
• Performance based short-term incentive
• Ongoing training with RVA Te Ara Institute
• National Village Manager network and connection
• An experienced and supportive culture across the wider Arvida team
• Above all else you will have the opportunity to work in a purpose-led environment where you can truly make a difference – in the lives of New Zealanders and in your own career.

Be sure to include a cover letter, along with your CV, that outlines your fit for this role and desire to lead resident-focused outcomes.