Conference Duty Manager

Role summary

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The Conference Duty Manager oversees the smooth operation of meetings, conferences and events at Mercure Melbourne Doncaster. Requirements typically include hotel or conference and banqueting experience, strong organisational and communication skills, sound knowledge of event procedures, and the ability to lead teams during busy service periods. The successful candidate is expected to coordinate with clients and departments, supervise event setup and service, resolve issues promptly, maintain high presentation and safety standards, and deliver a professional guest experience. Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays, is generally required.

About the employer

Mercure Melbourne Doncaster is part of Accor, a major international hospitality group operating hotels, resorts and serviced properties across many countries. Mercure is positioned as an internationally recognised, locally inspired hotel brand, combining reliable hospitality standards with a strong connection to its destination. The Doncaster property serves business and leisure travellers and offers accommodation, dining, conference and event facilities. Accor promotes guest-focused service, professional development, inclusion and teamwork across its brands. Employees may benefit from structured training, internal career opportunities and access to the Accor Live Limitless staff and partner benefits program. The hotel’s conference operations support corporate meetings, social functions and other events in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs.

Working in Australia

Australia offers hospitality opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, events, housekeeping, kitchen operations and tourism, particularly in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Queensland and regional destinations. Workplace culture is generally practical, multicultural and team-oriented, with emphasis on punctuality, safety, respectful communication and customer service. Lifestyle varies from busy urban living to relaxed coastal or regional communities; Melbourne is known for dining, sport, arts and changeable weather. Visa options may include employer-sponsored visas, skilled visas and Working Holiday visas for eligible nationalities and age groups. Before relocating, candidates should check official Department of Home Affairs requirements, work rights, health insurance, tax file number procedures and accommodation costs. Melbourne rents and transport expenses can be significant, so budgeting and securing employment before arrival are advisable.