Management Couple Opportunity – Lismore Gateway Motel
Live on-site in a fully furnished 2-bedroom apartment
Are you a motivated and experienced management couple ready to take on an exciting opportunity at a well-established and recently redeveloped motel in the heart of the Northern Rivers?
Lismore Gateway Motel is seeking a proactive, hands-on couple to oversee the day-to-day operations of our 4-star motel. With 34 rooms, beautiful, landscaped grounds, and a strong reputation for excellent guest service, this role is ideal for a couple who thrives on delivering quality experiences, managing a team, and taking ownership of a growing business.
You'll be supported by a professional management company who will assist with marketing, accounts, and overall strategy. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you'll use your skills to lead a small team and ensure the motel continues to operate at a high standard.
What We're Looking For:
* Proven experience managing accommodation businesses (motels, hotels, or similar)
* A passion for delivering outstanding guest service with a welcoming, can-do attitude
* Strong working knowledge of RMS or similar reservation systems
* Confidence in a modern office environment, including proficiency with Microsoft Office 365
* High-level people management and leadership skills
* Practical handyman abilities (e.g., lawn care, minor repairs, painting, general maintenance)
* Excellent housekeeping coordination and attention to detail
* Ability to recruit, roster, train, and manage a small team
* Ability to follow HR procedures for onboarding, offboarding, and staff performance
* Capacity to work with the Marketing Manager by providing content and local insights for monthly campaigns
* Self-motivation, reliability, and a team-focused mindset
What We Offer:
* A spacious 2-bedroom furnished onsite apartment (note: pets not permitted)
* Competitive salary package for a 5-day working week
* Superannuation and four weeks of annual leave
* A stable, long-term role with a minimum 3-year commitment
* Supportive management and clear operational frameworks
* Initial interviews via Zoom
Be part of a vibrant and evolving business at the gateway to the Northern Rivers. Enjoy the lifestyle of regional NSW with a professional opportunity to match.
Apply now with your CV and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you.