Village Manager

Job Description

Are you a hospitality manager and a great communicator with a passion for people and business?

If you have the skills and experience to manage a high performing customer-centric team, Sodexo may have the opportunity for you! We seek applications for the Village Manager role at Gove, Nhulunbuy, NT. This is a residential role with housing provided along with relocation assistance.

You will be working 5 days on, 2 days off for 10hours. Previous experience working in remote sites is preferred however candidates with outstanding management skills within hospitality and strong stakeholder management skills will be highly regarded.

Who are we looking for? 

Responsible for the effective management of all aspects of Village Services within the client contract, as well as the fulfillment of all contractual obligations and Key Performance Indicators in relation to the operation of a company village. The Village Manager will effectively manage the Heads of Department for all Village Services (Accommodation, Food & Beverage, etc. as per the scope of works). Your responsibilities will include:

• Manage staffing in consultation with the Operations Manager
• Technical troubleshooting for clients and other departments as necessary
• Work closely with maintenance managers to ensure that all plant, equipment and appliances conform to client and manufacturer specifications.
• Regularly review all housing procedures to ensure that measures to secure work safety and environmental protection are in place.
• Identification and delivery of on-site training requirements in line with company policy and legislative requirements.
• Oversee and agree upon disciplinary action for village staff with the Operations Manager, and ensuring that any disciplinary action takes place within regulatory, company and client expectations.
• Promote, implement and assist in the coordination of Sodexo’s reward and benefit programs.
• Manage the implementation of bi-annual employment engagement surveys in cooperation with the communications coordinator, as well as assisting with the communications response to these surveys.
• Work closely with the Operations Manager to develop and implement cost minimization measures where possible.
• Perform financial and cost analysis of housing services and maintenance projects, aligning new and current projects with existing budgets.
• Conduct OHS Toolbox Talks, exercises, drills, meetings and Pre-starts to meet Company, regulatory agency and client expectations.
• Consistent access and review of regulatory, company and client-driven OHS manuals, policies and procedures.

To be successful, you’ll need:

4 Years Managerial Experience role within hospitality, facility management or similar industry, previous people management and project management experience along with Australian Citizenship, or full Australian working rights. You will be able to undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug &alcohol testing and police check and you will require a current Manual Driver’s license.

Why choose Sodexo? 

Sodexo is a people business, employing over 400,000 people worldwide and thousands here in Australia. Our employees, who personify Sodexo's unique values of Service Spirit, Team Spirit and Spirit of Progress, are our greatest asset through their commitment and dedication. We believe the more diverse we are, the stronger we are. No matter your background, we will do all we can to help you thrive. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities, valuing diversity, and creating an inclusive working environment for all our employees.

At Sodexo, we are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from all applicants regardless of age, race, sex, ethnicity, religion and beliefs and people with disabilities. We offer a competitive salary, many development opportunities and an outstanding benefits and recognition program!

How to apply? 

If you are interested in joining the Sodexo team and meet the minimum criteria outlined above, please apply with your resume detailing relevant employment experience and availability.

One of our friendly recruiters will contact shortlisted candidates for a phone interview. This is also your opportunity to ask any questions you may have. 

What are you waiting for? Submit your application today and become part of the Sodexo family!