Property Manager - Live-in

YHA Australia; Northern Beaches Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free stays across network

Team trips for training

Discounts within YHA network

Career development opportunities

Cultural flexibility in holidays

Wellbeing support program

Referral program

Job summary

YHA Australia is seeking a collaborative Live-in Property Manager for YHA Pittwater Eco, a remote eco-retreat accessible by boat or ferry. You’ll lead a small team, manage budgets, and shape guest experiences while promoting sustainable practices and local culture.

The role offers onsite accommodation with stunning views, opportunities to work across a national network, and involve coordinating marketing, partnerships, and guest programs.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in hotel/motel or accommodation management.
• Experience managing budgets and costs for a property.
• Ability to think creatively and adapt to local culture.
• Knowledge and respect for the local environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a small team (up to 2–3) to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Manage budgets and costs to maximise profitability without compromising service.
• Collaborate with support offices to align marketing and promotions with growth plans.
• Drive operational excellence and create authentic local experiences for guests.
• Ensure compliance and uphold high quality standards while promoting sustainable practices.
• Maintain relationships with local community groups and businesses.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Creative thinking

Environmental knowledge

Job description

YHA Australia offers unique, affordable, and sustainable accommodation across Australia. We are a membership-based organisation and have provided curious travellers with quality short-stay accommodation for over 80 years. Our mission is to help create a more open and accommodating world where life flourishes.

YHA Pittwater Eco is a vibrant and welcoming property nestled on the hillside of Morning Bay in Ku-ring-gai National Park, this unique eco-retreat offers breathtaking views and a tranquil escape for all, located on the traditional lands of the Garigal people of the Eora Nation.

YHA Pittwater Eco features a range of private, family and co-living rooms with shared bathrooms and facilities, including a self-catering kitchen, cosy lounge area with fireplace (for the cooler months!) access to a BBQ, convenient proximity to local walks, sporting equipment where guests can explore the surrounding bushland, kayak on the bay, or simply relax.

This is a beautiful location, and please note, that the property is remote and only accessible by boat or ferry.

About the role

We are looking for a collaborative and inspiring Live-in Property Manager to take the lead of in this great Eco property. Accommodation is a separate residence onsite with stunning views. This position would suit a Manager who is passionate about caring for the environment, loves outdoor adventures and water sports. Management Couples also welcome to apply.

You’ll not only manage a property, you’ll shape a destination and inspire a team whist delivering exceptional guest experiences.

You will get to collaborate with our national network of almost 20 properties. You won’t just be running a hotel; you’ll be shaping a destination through:

• Inspiring and developing your team. Recruiting, mentoring and coaching a passionate, motivated small team of up to 2-3, creating a culture where people want to work and build a career in hospitality
• Managing budgets and controlling costs to maximise profitability and efficiency without compromising our guest or team experience
• Collaborating with our support offices to align marketing, partnerships and promotions of the property are strategically aligned with our values and growth plans
• Driving operational excellence whilst creating an environment where the curious come to connect with local and genuine experiences
• Ensuring our compliance and quality control remain of the highest standards whilst supporting our inclusive, sustainable practices
• Maintaining relationships with local community groups and businesses

What are we looking for

• Proven successful leadership in hotel/motel or the accommodation industry as General Manager, Hotel Manager or similar
• Passion for being creative and thinking differently and embracing local culture and offerings
• Financial acumen and budget management experience with a similar style accommodation property
• An advocate for change and constant evolution to ensure best practice and innovative leadership
• Knowledge and respect for the local environment

Our Values

Our values are at the heart of our organisation and the foundation of our culture. They are our compass, guiding our decisions and actions.

• Collaborate, listen and connect
• Care for people and planet

What's in it for you

• Travel Perks: Free stays across our network – because we love travel as much as our members do!
• Team Adventures: Opportunities to visit other locations for team building and training
• Discounts: Access to benefits at various stores and across the YHA network
• Growth: Professional development and career opportunities throughout YHA
• Cultural Flexibility: Swap standard public holidays for ones that have personal meaning
• Wellbeing Support: For you and your immediate family through our Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program: Know someone great? We reward successful candidate referrals

All applicants will be expected to undergo a national police check as part of their recruitment process.