Step into a leadership role at one of Australia’s most iconic lifestyle luxury hotels.

W Melbourne is seeking a dynamic and commercially astute Hotel Manager to partner with the General Manager, and the Executive Committee, to drive operational excellence across this award-winning property.

About the Role

As Hotel Manager, you will be the operational heartbeat of the hotel — overseeing daily operations, inspiring high-performing teams, and delivering bold, unexpected guest experiences synonymous with W Hotels.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will:

Collaborate with the Executive Committee and Operations teams

Drive service excellence, financial performance, and brand standards

Champion a culture aligned to both W Hotels’ Whatever/Whenever service ethos and Marriott International’s core values

Elevate guest experience in a fast-paced, lifestyle luxury environment

About the Hotel - W Melbourne

W Melbourne is the rebel between the streets, sitting in the heart of the Melbourne CBD on the iconic Flinders Lane, the luxury hotel takes its design cues from Australia’s cultural capital and providing the back-lane entrance keys to what’s New/Next in the city. Extending the laneway culture inside, 294 bold rooms and suites peel back the layers and revel in the city’s history. There are five electric and daring bars and restaurants within the hotel, plus over 800 square metres of ultra-modern event space. W Melbourne is set to be the place to see and be seen in.

What Sets You Up for Success

We’re looking for a leader who embodies:

Operational excellence across Rooms, Food & Beverage, and Guest Experience

Strong commercial acumen and KPI ownership

A hands-on, visible leadership style

Proven ability to develop and inspire diverse teams

Passion for luxury lifestyle hospitality and brand storytelling

Agility, resilience, and creativity in a high-energy environment

Why Choose W Melbourne & Marriott International?

At W Hotels, we are Bold, Inspiring, and Unexpected — delivering experiences that go beyond traditional luxury.

As part of Marriott International, you will benefit from:

A global career pathway with progression toward General Manager roles

Executive Committee bonus structure

Competitive executive salary package

Marriott Explore global hotel rates

Private Health Insurance benefits for you and your family

Access to world-class leadership development programs

Our Values

W Hotels: Bold, Connected, Creative, and Guest-Obsessed

Marriott International: Put People First | Pursue Excellence | Embrace Change | Act with Integrity | Serve Our World

The Opportunity

This is a standout opportunity to lead at scale in one of Australia’s top luxury hotels while building your career within the world’s largest hospitality company.