Talent & Culture Manager (Part Time)

Mercure Melbourne Doncaster is a 183 room & suite hotel is Australia’s first of the next generation Mercure brand, introducing approachable elegance in an untouched pocket of the Eastern Suburbs. Featuring restaurant, indoor heated swimming pool, elite fitness centre, expansive outdoor terraces with views from the Yarra Ranges to the CBD and has six event spaces for up to 200 guests with dedicated outdoor terraces to provide seamless indoor/outdoor flow.

Did you know that Mercure Melbourne Doncaster is the only venue in the Eastern Suburbs that you can have panoramic views of the Dandenong Ranges and Melbourne’s City Skyline?! Come on in and check them out! 

In this role you will (but not limited to);

• Prepare, communicate and implement the annual Talent & Culture (Human Resources) strategy to support the achievement to business goals.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives to boost retention and performance, working collaboratively with the senior lead team to create and maintain a positive workplace culture.
• In partnership with department heads, to assess staffing needs and optimise workforce planning.
• Oversee the end to end talent acquisition process prioritising the candidate experience
• Develop, review and implement Talent & Culture (Human Resources) Policies and procedures to support effective people management practices that comply with organisational and legislative requirements.
• Develop and maintain a stable working environment following the guidelines outlined in the Fair Work Australia Act, National Employment Standards and relevant Award or Agreement.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to the heads of department on matters regarding people management .
• Manage the employee relations functions, encompassing industrial relations, award interpretation, employment contracts, position descriptions, performance management, rewards management.
• Lead and mentor team members, offering guidance, support, and opportunities for professional growth.
• Supervise the ongoing implementation of the Management and Talent Performance Review System, recommend development strategies to improve the performance and potential of individual Talent.
• Manage the Rewards and recognition programs, ensuring that it is effectively promoted around the Hotel amongst team members and management as per the Accor guidelines.

• Strong understanding of HR systems with the ability to leverage the system to provide timely reporting and accuracy of information.
• Comprehensive knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
• Strong knowledge and experience managing the full employee lifecycle
• Proven success in maintaining a positive & results driven culture
• Knowledge and proven experience in interpreting and implementing relevant legislation and awards
• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making skills, with a proactive approach to managing diverse functions in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to build collaborative relationships to foster a unified leadership approach, commitment to embracing organisational values, and maintaining high professional leadership standards.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

The Mercure brand is part of the Accor Group. As the global market leader, Accor Hotels offers a worldwide network of hospitality and tourism services, with a diverse portfolio of renowned brands. Just a few of the perks include:

• Ongoing Career and Professional Development Opportunities
• A Rewarding Work Environment
• Global Discounts on Hotel Accommodation & Food and Beverage

Click 'Apply' today to begin your journey with Accor Hotels.