Cluster Director of IT25090736

Join the largest hospitality company and combine your IT skills with your passion for hospitality.  Marriott International is seeking a Full Time Cluster Director of IT to lead the Melbourne Cluster IT Team. 

Position Summary:

• Lead and operate the IT discipline for properties and managed offices in the Melbourne Cluster IT team. 
• Cultivate technology leadership capability and develop talent via effective succession planning, mentoring and performance management
• Provide support to Operations leaders for Owner relations and negotiations on IT matters.
• Perform Business Council member role representing IT.
• Management Property Internet Support 
• Work with ADIT on technology partner management and product development for the assigned market. 
• Take full accountability for daily IT operations across hotels and company offices.

Skills required:

• Excellent oral/written communication and presentation skills, with emphasis on business oriented material.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Past Project Management and Organisation skills.
• Competent written and spoken English skills.

About You: 

• Relevant experience in a similar managerial IT role within hospitality or a related field.
• Willingness and ability to travel locally within cluster properties on a frequent basis
• Working rights in Australia 
• Genuine passion for the hospitality industry and delivering outstanding guest experiences.
• Self-motivated, driven and energized in a fast-paced environment 
• Innovative problem solver with a proactive, can-do attitude.
• Hotel or Hospitality Management education or Bachelors degree level or equivalent.
• Up-to-date knowledge of global hospitality technology trends.
• Hands-on operational and technical experience with hospitality management systems, both back-of-house and guest-facing.

Our Benefits:  

• Exclusive staff discounts on food and beverage and hotel rooms (including all properties within the Marriott International group) for you, your family and friends  
• Be part of Life with the Works program where you can enjoy flexible working hours & locations, time off to pursue your passion through sabbatical leave, and paid leave during your birthday month  
• Grow, develop, and progress with internationally recognized training programs, unlimited strategic development and exciting career opportunities within the Marriott International group  
• Genuine care for associates physical, emotional and financial wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Program  
• Opportunity to receive Employee Referral Incentives and get paid for working with your friend  
• Work for the Largest Hotel Network in the World which values equality, diversity and inclusiveness  

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of “Wonderful Hospitality. Always.” by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name thats synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

JW Marriott is part of Marriott Internationals luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if youre happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brands namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where youll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. Thats The JW Treatment™. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global​ team, and become the best version of you.