Operations Manager

MH Management (QLD) Pty Ltd; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth

Exclusive Hotel Deals

Global Perks

Retail Rewards

Health insurance

Parental leave

Job summary

Minor Hotels is seeking an experienced Operations Manager for Avani Living Queen's Wharf Residences in Brisbane. You will lead daily hotel operations across Front Office, Housekeeping and Maintenance, balancing guest service with strong commercial outcomes.

This hands-on role requires flexibility to work weekends and evenings and a focus on coaching high-performing teams. You will partner with the General Manager to deliver exceptional guest experiences while monitoring budgets, revenue

Qualifications

• Experience leading hotel operations or department head roles.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to motivate teams.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, costs, and achieve targets.

Responsibilities

• Lead Front Office, Housekeeping and Maintenance teams to deliver guest experiences.
• Provide operational leadership across hotel operations and service standards.
• Oversee daily operations and roster coverage, including weekends/evenings.
• Drive guest satisfaction through proactive feedback management and continuous improvements.
• Support brand activations, events and initiatives to boost performance.
• Coach and develop team members to foster a positive workplace culture.
• Monitor performance, presentation and profitability to meet financial targets.

Skills

Leadership

Guest service

Budget management

Team development

Job description

Overview Minor Hotels is one of Australasia’s largest accommodation providers, managing over 70 properties in the region and a global portfolio of 640 properties across more than 66 countries. Our brands, Anantara, Avani, Oaks, NH Hotels, NH Collection, nhow, and Tivoli, span six continents, including Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe, and South America. Joining Minor means partnering with a diverse, expanding global organisation offering boundless opportunities to thrive and succeed. Lead. Inspire. Elevate the Guest Experience. Avani Living Queen's Wharf Residences is seeking an experienced and energetic Operations Manager to help shape the future of one of Brisbane's most exciting lifestyle destinations. Working closely with the General Manager, you'll lead daily hotel operations, inspire high-performing teams, and deliver exceptional guest experiences across Front Office, Housekeeping and Maintenance. This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys balancing guest service excellence with strong commercial outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and inspire our Front Office, Housekeeping and Maintenance teams to create memorable guest experiences and maintain exceptional property standards.
• Provide operational leadership across all areas of the hotel, ensuring a seamless guest experience and high service standards.
• Oversee daily hotel operations, including rotational management roster coverage, with flexibility to work weekends and evenings as required.
• Lead hotel operations during peak trading periods, ensuring teams are well supported and service delivery remains exceptional.
• Drive guest experience and service excellence by proactively managing guest feedback, resolving issues, and implementing continuous improvements.
• Support brand activations, property events, and special initiatives to enhance guest engagement and property performance.
• Drive a positive and engaged workplace culture through effective coaching, mentoring, and development of team members.
• Monitor property performance, presentation, and profitability, ensuring all areas meet company standards and financial targets.
• Drive hotel profit and expense management by monitoring budgets, controlling costs, and maximising revenue opportunities.
• Conduct regular financial reviews, including P&L analysis, to support strong commercial outcomes and owner returns.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a hotel Department Head, Operations Manager, or senior operational leadership role within a hotel environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, control costs, support financial performance, and achieve operational targets.
• A strong understanding of hotel operations, guest service delivery, and commercial performance.
• A passion for hospitality and a commitment to delivering outstanding guest experiences.
• Professional presentation and a proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• Flexibility to adapt to a dynamic hotel environment and changing operational requirements.

Additional Information

At Minor Hotels, we value our people as the heart of our success. Joining Minor means, you'll enjoy a rewarding package designed to support your professional growth, wellbeing, and work-life balance:

What We Offer

• Career Growth: Learning and development programs to boost your career.
• Exclusive Hotel Deals: 50% off stays at Minor Hotels in Australasia; 20% off for friends and family.
• Global Perks: International accommodation discounts across our hotel brands.
• Retail Rewards: Cashback and discounts at 400+ top retailers in AU/NZ.
• Experiences: Discounted entertainment and activities.
• Banking and Insurance: Exclusive health insurance offers and workplace banking benefits.
• Generous Leave: Parental and birthday leave.
• Wellness Boost: EAP and tailored wellness support.

Our people drive the success of our business; We are a dynamic organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences. We invest in your skills and foster a workplace culture that celebrates innovation, collaboration, and personal growth.

Minor International is one of the largest hospitality and leisure companies in the Asia Pacific region. Today Minor International has a global presence with hotels and resorts, restaurants and retail shops across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, the Americas and Australasia.

When Passion Meets Growth, Opportunity Sparks.

At some point, we all hit a ceiling, and few have the passion or opportunity to break through. At Minor, we’ve made it our mission to encourage our people to push boundaries in search of opportunity and achieve their fullest potential. When the business grows, so do our people.

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