Assistant Manager - Resort Experience

Role summary

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The Assistant Manager – Resort Experience supports the delivery of memorable guest activities and leisure experiences across the resort. Requirements typically include hospitality or resort operations experience, strong communication skills, confidence leading teams, sound planning and organisational ability, and a good understanding of guest safety and service standards. Experience with activities, recreation, entertainment, watersports, or guest engagement is advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to be hands-on, energetic, approachable, culturally aware, and comfortable working flexible shifts, weekends, and public holidays. They should resolve guest concerns professionally, coordinate with other departments, maintain high presentation standards, and help create engaging experiences consistent with Sheraton and Marriott service expectations.

About the employer

Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort is a large beachfront resort located on Denarau Island near Nadi, Fiji. It forms part of Marriott International’s global portfolio and offers accommodation, restaurants, conference facilities, recreation, swimming pools, access to beach activities, and golf and leisure experiences. The resort serves international holidaymakers, families, groups, and corporate travellers, creating a busy, multicultural working environment. As a Marriott property, it generally follows structured standards for guest service, colleague development, safety, and operational performance. Employees may work closely with sister resorts and other departments across the Denarau destination. The resort’s setting provides opportunities for people interested in tourism, recreation, events, food and beverage, housekeeping, engineering, and hotel leadership. Benefits and conditions vary by contract and should be confirmed directly with the employer.

Working in Fiji

Fiji offers employment opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, tourism, transport, marine activities, construction, healthcare, education, and business services. Tourism is concentrated around Viti Levu, especially Nadi, Denarau, Coral Coast, and Suva, while smaller islands provide resort-based roles and a quieter lifestyle. Fijian culture values warmth, community, respect for elders, and hospitality; English is widely used, alongside iTaukei and Fiji Hindi. Life is generally relaxed, with tropical weather, beaches, outdoor activities, and strong community connections, although imported goods and accommodation can be expensive. Foreign workers normally need an approved employment permit before starting work, with the employer usually supporting the application. Confirm visa, medical, police-clearance, accommodation, tax, and relocation requirements with the employer and Fiji authorities. Housing, meals, transport, and flights may be included in resort contracts, but this is not guaranteed.