People & Culture Manager (Senior HR Business Partner)

People & Culture Manager (Senior HR Business Partner) Become part of EVT, and being a part of EVT means believing in changing the game. Why? Because no one wants ordinary. If you're seeking to be part of the kind of wow-factor moments you can help shape, then you've come to the right place. About EVT As market-leading experience creators, we bring to life some of the best-known brands and properties in entertainment, ventures, and travel. Our portfolio includes over 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award-winning restaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo, Independent Collection by EVT and Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few. About the Role Reporting to the General Manager – People, Culture & Safety– Hotels & Resorts, you’ll be the key partner for General Managers and Heads of Departments across our Sydney, Queensland and Northern Territory hotel portfolio. This highly operational role is ideal for someone with a can‑do attitude who thrives on being on the ground, solving problems, and working closely with hotel leaders and P&C Business Partners across states. You’ll drive strategic alignment, foster high‑performance cultures, and lead initiatives that support our commercial goals while elevating the employee experience in a fast‑paced, multi‑brand hospitality environment. Key Responsibilities Embed and optimise Dayforce HRIS, streamline P&C processes, and support hotel openings and transitions. Align hotel operations with the Elevate P&C strategy, working closely with State Managers and GMs. Lead engagement initiatives, talent management, reward and performance frameworks, change management, and people communication strategies that enhance workplace culture. Champion recruitment, onboarding, and career development in collaboration with Talent Acquisition teams. Resolve and support grievances including case management, manage employment risks, and partner on WHS compliance and safety initiatives. Work closely with internal stakeholders including Talent, P&C, Payroll. Travel across regional and metropolitan locations is required approximately 50% of the time to support hotel operations, openings, and transitions, and to collaborate with State Managers and GMs on‑site. Skills & Experience Proven experience in a highly operational HR role. Strong knowledge of employment relations, WHS, and HR systems (Dayforce experience a plus). Exceptional communication and relationship‑building skills across all levels of the business. A proactive, solution‑focused mindset with the ability to lead change and drive continuous improvement. Employment relationship experience including case management and change management. Comfort working autonomously while collaborating across states and brands. Benefits & Perks Incredible team member discounts from your first day on‑the‑job. 50% off stays at EVT hotels – Rydges, QT, Atura, Lylo and more. $2 movie tickets, plus Moonlight, Gold Class, Candy Bar discounts and more. Awesome winter and summer savings and discounts at Thredbo. Rapid career growth opportunities through our EVT network. Local community involvement, volunteering and charitable giving. Australia and NZ’s largest and most diverse experiences company. Become an EVT experience creator, opportunity taker, the ultimate Daymaker. Join and make a positive impact on our people, communities, and environment every day. Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Human Resources Industries Hospitality #J-18808-Ljbffr