Marine Manager - InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Queensland; On-site; AUD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

World-class staff facilities

Extensive career development opportunities

Employee discounts across properties

Exciting staff events and recreational activities

Job summary

A leading international hotel company is looking for a Marine Manager at the InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef, responsible for overseeing marine operations and watersports functions. The role calls for strong leadership and team management skills, along with certifications in marine operations. The company offers extensive career development, world-class facilities, and a vibrant community on Hayman Island. Competitive salary of $90,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Confident and capable leader with strong team-management skills.
• Current Master 24, MED2, Senior First Aid, Oxygen, and CPR certifications.
• Solid understanding of WHS policies and marine compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational management of marine and watersports functions.
• Ensure guest satisfaction, safety, compliance, and revenue generation.
• Manage recruiting, onboarding, and training of marine team.

Skills

Team management

Guest experience focus

Financial management

Marine operations knowledge

Job description

Marine Manager - InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef
IHG Hotels & Resorts

About Us

IHG Hotels & Resorts is one of the world’s leading hotel companies with around 350,000 colleagues working across more than 100 countries. As part of the IHG team, our people help our guests create amazing memories and deliver our purpose of providing True Hospitality for Good.

The InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef will immerse you in the wonders of the Whitsundays, working in a five‑star luxury environment. It offers amazing career growth opportunities, professional training & development, and a one‑of‑a‑kind experience living and working in a tropical island paradise. We pride ourselves on a diverse and family‑friendly environment, and welcome applicants with primary school‑aged children as the island offers a State Primary School.

About The Role

The Marine Manager oversees the operational management of all marine and watersports functions, including marina operations, berthing management, vessels and marina maintenance, the delivery of motorised water sports, and the management of private charters. The role focuses on guest satisfaction, safety, compliance, and revenue generation. Responsibilities include recruiting, onboarding, training, and collaborating with HR to ensure compliance with employment laws. The manager carries full financial accountability for revenue growth, cost control, procurement, inventory management, labour optimisation, and detailed operational reporting. The role also leads, mentors, and develops the marine team, fostering a high‑performance culture built on accountability, collaboration, and outstanding service.

Salary

$90,000 per annum

What We Need From You

We are seeking a confident and capable leader with strong team‑management skills and proven experience in marine operations. The ideal candidate should have a strong focus on guest experience, hold current Master 24, MED2, Senior First Aid, Oxygen, and CPR certifications, and demonstrate sound financial acumen with experience managing budgets and controlling costs. A solid understanding of WHS policies and marine compliance requirements is essential.

What We Offer

• World‑class staff facilities including excellent accommodation, a dedicated staff pool, staff beach, two gyms, bar, diner, laundry, boutique shop and more.
• An exciting and ever‑changing staff event calendar filled with recreational activities such as tennis, yoga, meditation, Pilates, group bushwalks, cooking classes, BBQs, markets and much more.
• Extensive career development opportunities with dedicated onsite trainers and an abundance of professional development including multi‑hire programs, skills training and online IHG courses.
• A great range of employee, friends, and family discount rates across more than 5,300 InterContinental Hotel & Resorts properties.

How To Apply

Please visit our Careers Page for all details regarding living and working on Hayman Island: https://haymanisland.intercontinental.com/careers/ or click the ‘Apply Now’ button.

We also invite you to learn more by following our social channels: Facebook via @ICHIRcareers and Instagram via @ihg_australia_careers.