Job Description
Be a part of sharing special places and shaping lasting memories with Australia’s leading experiential tourism business.
About Us
Melbourne Skydeck is the Southern Hemisphere’s highest observation deck, located in Southbank high above the Melbourne skyline. We offer sightseeing at its finest, with spectacular floor-to-ceiling 360-degree views of Melbourne – breathtaking by day, stunningly lit by night – it’s a tourists dream and a family favourite!
Melbourne Skydeck includes the largest Virtual Reality (VR) Theatre of its kind in the world, and is home to a world first, The Edge – this glass cube projects from the 88th floor of the Eureka Tower and suspends visitors almost 300 metres high above Melbourne!
About Journey Beyond
Australia’s leading experiential tourism group, Journey Beyond, is privileged to operate 20 brands spanning the country and New Zealand, connecting guests to the land, and to each other.
Headquartered in Adelaide, Journey Beyond formed in 2016 and now comprises tourism brands including: iconic trains The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern, The Overland; premium small-group outback operator Outback Spirit; eco-luxury lodge Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef; aquatic adventures Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Sailaway Port Douglas, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures, Darwin Harbour Cruises and Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney; our tallest members, Melbourne Skydeck and Eureka 89; the historic Vintage Rail Journeys; The Telegraph Station in Alice Springs; Monarto Safari Resort; Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks Ningaloo, New Zealand coach tour specialist Grand Pacific Tours, and Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia.
About the Role
We have an opportunity for a motivated, passionate and driven full-time Team Leader to help lead our customer service team and exceed all guest expectations, ensuring key business performance targets are met. The successful candidate will be a strong people leader who thrives on motivating and developing others to drive a high-performing culture, where shaping lasting memories is at the heart of everything we do.
The Team Leader ensures effective delivery of the day-to-day operational needs, including:
Team Development: Lead and develop team members to enhance performance, support the employee lifecycle, and foster a positive, goal-oriented culture with open communication.
Operational Oversight: Consistently meet daily operational requirements, ensuring compliance with procedures and WHS regulations, while executing administrative tasks like rostering and payroll processing.
Engagement and Marketing: Prioritise team engagement and collaboration, facilitate internal marketing initiatives to boost customer spend, and drive package uptake.
Performance Improvement: Implement strategies for enhanced performance and resource management, while assisting the Operations Manager in driving growth aligned with operational goals.
This position works on a rotating roster across Monday to Sunday between 9:00am – 11:00pm, and outside these hours where required.
Requirements
If you have experience leading and developing a strong, collaborative team and have a passion for working within the tourism/attractions industry, we’d love to hear from you!
We’re looking for:
Demonstrated success achieved through strategic planning and effective culture development.
Proficient in managing multiple events simultaneously, working under pressure, establishing priorities, and meeting stringent deadlines.
Exceptional communication skills complemented by a proven ability to collaborate effectively as a team member.
Innovative and creative thinker with a track record of developing unique solutions.
Highly organised with advanced time management capabilities.
Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with both internal stakeholders and external partners while identifying new opportunities.
A pre-employment medical and National Police Check may be required as part of this recruitment process.
Are you ready to join us? Your journey begins here!
To apply, please submit your resume, along with a Cover Letter telling us a little bit about you. If you have any questions about the position, please call James Watts – HR Advisor on 0456XXXXXX.
Applications will close 23:59 on Sunday 8th February, so don't wait, apply now!
Benefits
As a Journey Beyond employee, you'll enjoy:
Generous discounts on Journey Beyond travel and experiences
A career with opportunities for progression, transfers, and secondments
An attractive salary with an annual performance/salary review
Study Assistance Policy
Employee Referral Policy
Parental Leave Program
Purchased Leave Policy
Private Health discounts
Employee Assistance Program
About Us
Melbourne Skydeck is the Southern Hemisphere’s highest observation deck, located in Southbank high above the Melbourne skyline. We offer sightseeing at its finest, with spectacular floor-to-ceiling 360-degree views of Melbourne – breathtaking by day, stunningly lit by night – it’s a tourists dream and a family favourite!
Melbourne Skydeck includes the largest Virtual Reality (VR) Theatre of its kind in the world, and is home to a world first, The Edge – this glass cube projects from the 88th floor of the Eureka Tower and suspends visitors almost 300 metres high above Melbourne!
About Journey Beyond
Australia’s leading experiential tourism group, Journey Beyond, is privileged to operate 20 brands spanning the country and New Zealand, connecting guests to the land, and to each other.
Headquartered in Adelaide, Journey Beyond formed in 2016 and now comprises tourism brands including: iconic trains The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern, The Overland; premium small-group outback operator Outback Spirit; eco-luxury lodge Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef; aquatic adventures Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Sailaway Port Douglas, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures, Darwin Harbour Cruises and Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney; our tallest members, Melbourne Skydeck and Eureka 89; the historic Vintage Rail Journeys; The Telegraph Station in Alice Springs; Monarto Safari Resort; Exmouth Dive & Whalesharks Ningaloo, New Zealand coach tour specialist Grand Pacific Tours, and Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia.
About the Role
We have an opportunity for a motivated, passionate and driven full-time Team Leader to help lead our customer service team and exceed all guest expectations, ensuring key business performance targets are met. The successful candidate will be a strong people leader who thrives on motivating and developing others to drive a high-performing culture, where shaping lasting memories is at the heart of everything we do.
The Team Leader ensures effective delivery of the day-to-day operational needs, including:
Team Development: Lead and develop team members to enhance performance, support the employee lifecycle, and foster a positive, goal-oriented culture with open communication.
Operational Oversight: Consistently meet daily operational requirements, ensuring compliance with procedures and WHS regulations, while executing administrative tasks like rostering and payroll processing.
Engagement and Marketing: Prioritise team engagement and collaboration, facilitate internal marketing initiatives to boost customer spend, and drive package uptake.
Performance Improvement: Implement strategies for enhanced performance and resource management, while assisting the Operations Manager in driving growth aligned with operational goals.
This position works on a rotating roster across Monday to Sunday between 9:00am – 11:00pm, and outside these hours where required.
Requirements
If you have experience leading and developing a strong, collaborative team and have a passion for working within the tourism/attractions industry, we’d love to hear from you!
We’re looking for:
Demonstrated success achieved through strategic planning and effective culture development.
Proficient in managing multiple events simultaneously, working under pressure, establishing priorities, and meeting stringent deadlines.
Exceptional communication skills complemented by a proven ability to collaborate effectively as a team member.
Innovative and creative thinker with a track record of developing unique solutions.
Highly organised with advanced time management capabilities.
Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with both internal stakeholders and external partners while identifying new opportunities.
A pre-employment medical and National Police Check may be required as part of this recruitment process.
Are you ready to join us? Your journey begins here!
To apply, please submit your resume, along with a Cover Letter telling us a little bit about you. If you have any questions about the position, please call James Watts – HR Advisor on 0456XXXXXX.
Applications will close 23:59 on Sunday 8th February, so don't wait, apply now!
Benefits
As a Journey Beyond employee, you'll enjoy:
Generous discounts on Journey Beyond travel and experiences
A career with opportunities for progression, transfers, and secondments
An attractive salary with an annual performance/salary review
Study Assistance Policy
Employee Referral Policy
Parental Leave Program
Purchased Leave Policy
Private Health discounts
Employee Assistance Program
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Team Leader | Melbourne Skydeck position is now open for candidates interested in the Admin Executive sector. This role in Southbank offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Admin Executive is a plus.
