This role has a moderate level of AI exposure. AI can enhance efficiency for some tasks, but this job still relies on human skills and decision-making.
Explore all careersA Motel Manager oversees daily operations, ensuring guest satisfaction, managing finances and staff, and addressing compliance and issues effectively.
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In Australia, a full time Motel Manager generally earns $2,000 per week ($104,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
This industry has seen strong growth in worker numbers in recent years. There are currently 25,700 people employed as a Motel Manager in Australia compared to 17,300 five years ago. Motel Managers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
A Diploma of Hospitality Management is an ideal qualification if you’d like a career as a Motel Manager. You’ll learn about leadership, time management, rostering, communication and business management. A Certificate IV in Hospitality or an Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management may also be appropriate.
A Motel Manager oversees the daily running of a motel. You’ll ensure guests are being looked after and all other sections of the venue are operating effectively. Motel Managers look after the facility’s finances and manage staffing issues such as training and rostering. You’ll make sure the motel is meeting all compliance issues and deal with any problems that arise.
Motel Managers should have excellent customer service skills and be able to communicate with people from a range of backgrounds. You’ll need strong time management skills and should be able to prioritise your workload. Motel Managers should have good problem solving abilities and be good at multitasking.