The Director of Human Resources will lead the resort’s people strategy during a maternity-cover assignment. Requirements typically include senior human-resources experience, preferably in luxury hotels or resorts, strong knowledge of Australian employment law, employee relations, recruitment, performance management, payroll coordination, workplace health and safety, and learning and development. The successful candidate should be an approachable and commercially minded leader who can advise department heads, support engagement and retention, manage sensitive employee matters confidentially, and maintain compliance with Marriott and local policies. Excellent communication, organisation, problem-solving and stakeholder-management skills are expected, along with the ability to work effectively in a remote resort environment.
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Port Douglas is a luxury beachfront resort in Far North Queensland, set between the Coral Sea and the Daintree Rainforest. The property offers stylish accommodation, restaurants and bars, conference facilities, pools, gardens and access to the Great Barrier Reef. It operates under the Sheraton brand, part of Marriott International, one of the world’s largest hospitality companies. Marriott provides a global platform, established service standards, employee-development programs and opportunities to move between hotels and destinations. The resort serves leisure travellers, groups, weddings and corporate guests, while its location creates a distinctive tropical lifestyle for employees. Working here generally involves a strong focus on guest experience, teamwork, cultural awareness, sustainability and operational flexibility in a destination resort setting.
Australia is a large island country with opportunities in hospitality, tourism, healthcare, trades, construction, technology, education and professional services. Port Douglas offers a relaxed tropical lifestyle, warm weather, beaches, reef and rainforest activities, but housing and some everyday goods can be costly and seasonal work patterns are common. Australian workplaces are generally informal, practical and respectful of diversity, with strong employment, safety and anti-discrimination protections. Visa options depend on nationality and qualifications and may include employer-sponsored visas, skilled visas, working-holiday arrangements or temporary graduate pathways. Applicants should check current requirements through the Department of Home Affairs and confirm sponsorship before accepting an offer. Relocating to Port Douglas usually requires arranging accommodation, tax and banking, health insurance where appropriate, transport and a tax file number. Cairns is the nearest major regional hub and airport.
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