STAFF ACCOMMODATION MANAGER - Hamilton Island
Are you an experienced accommodation or facilities manager ready to take on a leadership role in one of Australia’s most unique living and working environments? Hamilton Island is seeking a dedicated and hands‑on Staff Accommodation Manager to oversee our residential accommodation operations and create a safe, welcoming, and well‑maintained living experience for our island community.
If you’re an organised project‑mindful leader who thrives on variety, enjoys bringing structure to complex operations, and takes pride in improving systems and spaces – this could be the perfect next step.
Why you’ll love working with us
- Make a real impact – lead and enhance accommodation services that support the entire island workforce
- Lead a motivated team – inspire a dedicated group of professionals delivering safe, compliant, and high‑quality living environments
- Live in paradise – enjoy island life with subsidised accommodation or commute daily by ferry from Airlie Beach
- Enjoy incredible perks – discounts on dining, activities, health and travel insurance, and Family & Friends rates
Where you’ll make an impact
- Oversee all operations of Staff Accommodation, ensuring rooms and facilities are safe, clean, and well maintained
- Lead and develop your team, driving a culture of service excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Partner with Maintenance, Construction and external contractors on refurbishments, capital works, and improvement projects
- Monitor operational standards, health and hygiene inspections, and compliance with legislation and workplace regulations
- Manage budgets, forecasts, and rent rate reviews – ensuring financial performance aligns with business goals
- Drive innovation and efficiency through strong systems, policies, and reporting frameworks
- Foster a resident‑first culture – delivering exceptional service and engagement to our diverse island workforce
What we’re looking for
You’re a confident and capable leader with robust operational management experience in accommodation, facilities, or hospitality. You balance people leadership with process discipline, and you’re at your best when coordinating complex operations while building strong relationships across departments.
To be successful, you’ll need:
- Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business Management, or related field
- Valid open unrestricted drivers licence
- Minimum 5 years’ management experience in accommodation or facilities operations, ideally within a remote or large‑scale environment
- Strong financial management skills – budgeting, forecasting, and reporting
- Knowledge of RTA and relevant property legislation (PRDRE module completion highly regarded)
- Project management experience in operational or capital works initiatives
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
About Hamilton Island
Our mission is to share the wonder of Hamilton Island with the world by creating wonder‑filled experiences for our guests, employees and community.
Every team member plays a role in shaping those experiences – making Hamilton Island not just a great place to visit, but a great place to work.
A little island can do wonders - make your next career move one to remember. Apply now!
#J-18808-Ljbffr