Conference & Events Manager – The Lodge Wadjemup, Rottnest Island

About Us:
Nestled on breathtaking Rottnest Island, The Lodge Wadjemup has quickly become a standout destination. Recognised by Time Magazine as one of the World’s Greatest Places for 2025, we are now approaching our first full summer since launching last December.

Our new purpose-built function centre allows us to deliver exceptional conferences, meetings, and group events - creating seamless, memorable experiences for our guests in one of the world’s most beautiful locations. We’re proud of what we’ve built, and we’re looking for a hands-on Conference & Events Manager to join us as we continue to grow and refine our offering. While the Sales & Marketing Manager focuses on business development, you will manage enquiries, confirm bookings, manage operational planning, and deliver outstanding guest experiences that build client loyalty.

What You’ll Do:

Manage all confirmed and pending event bookings, ensuring smooth scheduling and calendar management.

Plan, coordinate, and deliver corporate conferences, meetings, and group events to the highest standard.

Liaise with Food & Beverage, Culinary, Accommodation, Front Office, Housekeeping, and other teams to ensure operational excellence.

Lead on-the-day event execution, providing guidance and support to staff.

Coordinate with suppliers and vendors for AV, décor, transport, and other event requirements.

Conduct post-event reviews, capture client feedback, and maintain a database of client preferences and operational learnings.

Uphold health, safety, compliance, and sustainability standards across all events.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

Proven experience managing corporate or group events in hotels, resorts, or conference venues.

Strong operational, organisational, and multi-tasking skills.

Experience managing budgets, schedules, and vendor relationships.

Excellent communication, leadership, and client liaison skills.

Competency in MS Office 365; experience with Event Temple and Asana is very highly regarded.

WA Approved Manager's Certificate

Food Handler's Certificate

National Police Clearance

Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and public holidays as required.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

Live and work on beautiful Rottnest Island with a private room offered for a low weekly rent that includes all utilities.

Be part of a collaborative, professional, and high-energy team.

Make a tangible impact by shaping the island’s premier corporate and group events offering.

If this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for, apply now.