Night Manager

Posted: 15/09/2025

Closing Date: 17/10/2025

Job Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Melbourne Metropolitan

Job Category: Front Office

We are Veriu Group (pronounced 'Very You')

Our brands come from humble beginnings and a passion for connecting travellers to the local authenticity of a location. We aim to bring people together in new ways, to create lifelong travel memories that can't be found in a guidebook, and to help people discover the true experience of a place.

Through our brands Punthill Apartment Hotels and Veriu Hotels & Suites, we operate 25 hotels across Australia and have over 35 years of brand history. Our ambitious plan to operate 80 hotels by 2030 becomes closer this year with numerous new hotel openings across the country, and this means we're well on our way to achieving our mission of becoming the largest Australian-owned apartment hotel operator.

Our people are incredible because they're empowered to be themselves. We're not about hierarchy or rigid structure. Instead, we create an environment where people can make decisions, feel supported and access unlimited opportunities for growth. Our values of Relationship-Focused, Integrity, Personal Growth & Ownership Mindset guide our actions and decisions, and are what our diverse culture is all about.

Now is the perfect time for like-minded people to join our expansion journey. If you're looking for a meaningful role that can make a serious impact, within a culture that allows you to be truly you – you've found us and we can't wait to hear from you

Welcome to Punthill Sunshine

We've just celebrated our 1 year anniversary We are continuing to grow and are looking for a Night Manager 2-4 nights a week

Our new apartment hotel is located adjacent to Sunshine Station, currently undergoing a major redevelopment as part of the Sunshine Precinct Masterplan. Upon completion, the Masterplan landmark project will transform the Station into a transport 'superhub' linking Melbourne Airport with both the CBD and regional Victoria.

Featuring 90-apartments, Punthill Sunshine is represented an attractive accommodation option for both business and leisure travellers, and it offers a mix of fully self-contained modern studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments together with a large conference space that can be turned into 2 spaces, on site gym and on site car parking. The hotel's strategic location in Melbourne's thriving western region makes it an ideal destination and what makes Punthill Sunshine an exciting addition to our growing network of hotels

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Hotel Manager, you'll be part of a small team of genuine people, looking to create lasting memories and exceptional experiences for each and every guest. No day will be the same, but each day you'll strive to:

• Ensure smooth and consistent management of the night audit function, including audits, reports and reconciliations
• Achieve the successful management of the front office overnight, including late check-ins, compliant handling, problem-solving, guest support, safety and security of guests and team.
• Foster good collaboration of the night team with the wider night and day teams
• Provide training and escalation support for other night teams
• Deliver high levels of guest services in all interactions
• Execute safe and professional management of emergency situations
• Provide support and assistance to the Hotel Manager in higher-level hotel management and admin tasks

Benefits

You'll be someone looking for a long-term career with a growing, Australian-owned hotel group. Access:

• National career growth opportunities
• Accelerated development in a variety of hotel management or corporate areas
• Comprehensive onboarding & ongoing support
• The chance to join our Fast-Track Hotel Management Development program
• Genuine flexibility and job security
• High performing culture that values relationships & individuality, where our leadership know you by name
• Generous referral bonuses when you refer your friends to work with us (up to $1000)
• Discounts on accommodation across our network
• Discounts on private health insurance
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program

About You

We work in a fast-paced environment where no day is the same, so we're looking for people who are adaptable, enjoy variety and operate with an ownership mindset.

The successful person must have:

• Approved Australian working rights (Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a Visa with approved working rights)
• First Aid Certificate (or be able to obtain before starting)
• Responsible Service of Alcohol Certificate (or be able to obtain before starting)
• Flexibility to work at variety of shifts throughout the week, including public holidays on rotation with other team members (although no overnight shifts required)
• Demonstrated experience leading a team with kindness in order to achieve outcomes
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve and manage escalated compaints with appropriate resolutions
• High standards of attention to detail and communication skills (written & verbal)
• Experience in a customer service role