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Duty Manager

Australia W Sydney Estimated salary: Approximately AUD $75,000–$90,000 per year, plus superannuation and possible incentives
Role summary

Written by MyIslandJob from the job title and employer. See the employer's page for the full description.

The Duty Manager supports the daily operation of W Sydney, ensuring guests receive an efficient, welcoming and memorable experience across front office and hotel departments. Requirements typically include previous hotel or guest-services experience, strong communication skills, sound knowledge of hotel operations, and the ability to lead a team during busy shifts. The successful candidate is expected to handle guest concerns professionally, coordinate departments, monitor service standards, manage emergencies, complete operational reports and make confident decisions in the absence of senior managers. Flexibility to work rotating shifts, weekends and public holidays is essential. Experience with Marriott systems and a relevant hospitality qualification would be advantageous.

About the employer

Marriott International is one of the world's largest hospitality companies, operating a broad portfolio of hotels and resorts across many countries. Its brands range from luxury properties such as St. Regis, Ritz-Carlton and W Hotels to full-service, select-service and extended-stay accommodation. W Sydney is part of the contemporary W Hotels brand and combines stylish design, entertainment, dining and personalised service in a prominent Sydney location. Marriott places strong emphasis on guest experience, operational excellence, inclusion, employee development and opportunities for international career growth. Team members generally work in a fast-paced environment where collaboration, professionalism and attention to detail are important. Benefits may include staff accommodation rates, training, career mobility and other company-specific rewards, subject to eligibility and local employment conditions.

What the job usually comes with in Australia

Usual for Australia, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.

HousingIsland resorts rent staff a room in a staff village at low cost; city hotels vary
MealsIsland resorts: staff dining at low set prices or 20% off; city hotels vary
FlightsVaries by employer
Service chargeNone; tipping is not expected; casuals get 25% extra and weekends earn penalty rates (by law)
ContractPermanent, part-time or casual; probation of up to 6 months is common; sponsored visa up to 4 years
LeaveFull-time and part-time: 4 weeks' leave, 10 paid sick days, paid public holidays (by law); casuals none
Income taxResidents: 0% to AUD 18,200, 15% to 45,000, 30% to 135,000, 37% to 190,000, then 45%; plus 2% Medicare levy

Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.

Can I work in Australia?

How it works: Only Core Skills list jobs (chef, cook, hotel manager) can be sponsored, at AUD 79,423 a year or more; waiters and room attendants are not on the list.

Watch for: The Far North Queensland (Cairns) regional agreement lists waiter, bar and housekeeping supervisors and night auditors, with a pay floor 10% lower.

Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.

Official source: Federal Register of Legislation: Core Skills Occupation List for the Skills in Demand visa (Migration (Specification of Occupations, Subclass 482 Visa) Instrument 2024, LIN 24/089, compilation of 7 November 2025). Checked November 2026.

Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.

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