Job Description
Acting Housekeeping Manager/Senior Supervisor (Mt Buller)
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Acting Housekeeping Manager / Senior Housekeeping Supervisor – Full Time, Fixed Term
n Mount Buller | Live-In Position | Full Time Fixed Term
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Ready to take the next step in your housekeeping career?
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We're looking for an experienced and motivated Acting Housekeeping Manager / Senior Housekeeping Supervisor to lead our housekeeping operation at Mount Buller.
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This is a hands‐on leadership role with responsibility for coordinating a team of up to 40 staff during winter, before transitioning to a smaller team and greater operational responsibility during summer.
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The Buller Housekeeping Team services two hotels, more than 80 privately owned apartments, as well as staff accommodation, public venues and BSL‐owned offices and facilities.
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About the Role
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Winter – Peak Season
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Lead and coordinate a housekeeping team of up to 40 staff
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Manage daily work allocations, rosters and operational priorities
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Coordinate cleaning around guest arrivals, departures and high turnover
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Conduct inspections and maintain consistently high standards
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Train, coach and support team members
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Work closely with Front Office, Hotel Management and other departments
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Remain hands‐on and assist with cleaning when required
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Green Season – Off-Peak Season
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Lead a smaller team of approximately 3–4 staff
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Undertake deep cleaning and detailed property maintenance
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Coordinate seasonal shutdown and reopening cleans
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Manage stocktaking, ordering and operational preparation
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Prepare accommodation and facilities for the upcoming winter season
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This is a varied role requiring someone who can confidently lead a team, make decisions, manage competing priorities and get hands‐on when needed.
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About You
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Essential:
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Previous supervision or team leadership experience
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Strong organisation,
communication and time‐management skills
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High attention to detail and commitment to quality
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Ability to work in a fast‐paced and changing environment
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Full Australian driver's licence and full Australian working rights
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Flexibility to work early/late shifts and participate in an on‐call roster
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Ability to live on Mount Buller throughout winter and summer
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Physically capable of performing hands‐on housekeeping duties
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Desirable:
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Housekeeping, commercial cleaning, hotel, resort or hospitality experience
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Experience leading larger teams
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Rostering, stock control or inventory experience
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Step Into Management
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This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Housekeeping Supervisor or housekeeping professional ready to step into management and develop their leadership skills.
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The position is fixed‐term to provide management coverage, with potential for an ongoing management opportunity subject to operational requirements and performance.
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Life on Mount Buller
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Live and work in the Victorian Alps while enjoying a range of staff benefits:
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Free season lift pass
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Free group ski and snowboard lessons (subject to availability)
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Subsidised on‐mountain staff accommodation
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o Summer: approximately $50 per week / Winter: approx $200 per week
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10% off private ski and snowboard lessons
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20% off retail and rentals
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20% off food and beverage
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Free winter staff transport between Mount Buller and Mansfield
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Free staff parking at Mirimbah during winter season
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Significant Information
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This is a live‐in position. The successful applicant must reside on Mount Buller throughout both winter and summer.
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Working Holiday Visa holders will not be considered.
n The role involves physically demanding housekeeping duties, early/late shifts and participation in an on‐call roster.
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Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for a one‐on‐one video interview.