About the Venue:
Novotel Wollongong Northbeach is a premium 4.5-star beachfront hotel overlooking North Wollongong Beach. Featuring 209 stylish rooms and suites, five food & beverage outlets, a pool, fitness centre, and 15 versatile event spaces, the hotel caters to both leisure and business guests. With a focus on service, guest experience, and operational excellence, Novotel Wollongong combines coastal energy with professional hospitality, offering a high-performing, guest-focused environment where atmosphere, service, and standards come together.
About the Role:
We are seeking a Conference & Events Duty Manager to oversee the daily operations of our conferencing and events services on a part-time basis.
Reporting to the Conference & Events Operations Manager, this hands-on leadership role is ideal for a hospitality professional with experience in high-volume, multi-outlet operations. You will coordinate events, manage the team, and ensure seamless service delivery for conferences, weddings, and private functions.
Key Responsibilities:
• Coordinate and manage day-to-day Conference & Events operations
• Lead, mentor, and support event staff
• Oversee banquet service, ensuring all event orders are accurately executed
• Liaise with Sales, F&B, Operations, Maintenance, and Housekeeping to ensure flawless event execution
• Plan staffing, furniture, and stock requirements in advance of events
• Maintain high standards of service, presentation, and compliance with RSA, licensing, and safety regulations
• Assist with stock management, ordering, rotation, and monthly stocktake
• Participate in weekly meetings and support administrative tasks including rosters, timesheets, and reporting
• Implement training programs, on-job coaching, and performance feedback for the team
• Foster a high-performance, accountable, and customer-focused team culture
• Ensure WHS compliance, safe work practices, and maintain fire and evacuation readiness
About You:
• Previous experience in a duty manager role in conferences & events, hotels, or high-volume hospitality operations
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills
• Hands-on approach with excellent problem-solving and multitasking abilities
• Knowledge of event operations, food & beverage service, and hotel procedures
• RSA certified and understanding of liquor licensing requirements
• Full Australian working rights
Benefits:
• Staff discounts on food, beverage, and accommodation across Oscars Group venues
• Internal and external training programs, including online development platform
• Mentoring from experienced hospitality professionals
• Career progression across 45+ Oscars Group venues
• Employee Assistance Program and reward & recognition initiatives
About Us:
Oscars Group is a passionate, creative, and dynamic privately owned hospitality group founded by the Gravanis family in 1986. Operating 45+ venues across NSW, Queensland, South Australia, and Victoria, Oscars Group spans hotels, pubs, gaming, conference and event centres, premium restaurants, and commercial developments. We are committed to creating inclusive, career-focused environments where hospitality professionals can thrive and deliver world-class guest experiences.
Apply now and Join the Fun with Oscars Group!