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1112-11 General Manager
Plans, administers and reviews the major functions of industrial, commercial and government organisations either independently or through subordinate executives.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is at least 5 years relevant experience. In most instances a bachelor degree or higher qualification is also required.
Tasks Include:
- directs the policy and operations of a company, authority or institution for the achievement of policy objectives, increased profit and market control
- determines organisation objectives, policies and programs and sets standards and targets
- appraises the activities of institutions according to strategies and objectives, and monitors and evaluates performance
- provides overall direction and management of enterprises, including personnel, technological resources and assets
- consults with subordinate staff and reviews recommendations and reports
- prepares or arranges the preparation of reports, budgets and forecasts and presents them to governing bodies
- ensures the security and development of assets and resources
- represents organisations in negotiations, at conventions, seminars and official occasions, and liaises between areas of responsibility and with other organisations
- selects or approves the selection of senior staff
- authorises funds to implement policies and programs
- may undertake responsibility for some or all of accounting, sales, marketing, personnel and other specialist operations in smaller establishments
Specialisations:
Chief Executive
Commissioner (Emergency Services)
Director-General
Head of Armed Forces
Hospital Administrator
Managing Editor Medical Superintendent
Secretary (Government Department)
Trade Union Secretary
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