Sustainability Manager - Six Senses Con Dao

Keep abreast of industry trends and practices and update knowledge and skills to improve the product and service offering.

Focus on the rejuvenation of the Sustainability department. 

Products and services will be constantly assessed and reviewed to remain relevant, innovative and in keeping with Six Senses wellness and sustainability practices.

Focus and review regularly through my physical presence in the department, our rigorous adherence to LQA standards.

Lead a team of engaged and experienced hosts to provide the Six Senses exceptional standards of service.

Manage the Sustainability Fund on a monthly basis and ensure the funds are collected and distributed in an effective and transparent manner, documenting the projects and initiatives the fund supports. 

Maintaining relationships with key community organizations and representatives such as schools, special interest groups, local government departments and tourism associations is an important part of this role.

Engage with the local community on a regular basis will ensure the property is an active and supportive member through Sustainability Fund projects and educational/fun sustainability activities. 

Lead sustainable host events on a monthly basis that are fun, engaging and supportive of a culture of sustainability among the team. 

Assist no connecting the property with globally recognized sustainability events, initiatives, and ‘citizen science’, such as Earth Day, World Ocean’s Day and Global Shoreline Clean-Up for guests and hosts. 

Manage existing relationships with sustainability-related partners and identify opportunities for enhancing existing or adding new partnerships, as applicable. 

Cultivate strategic partnerships with organizations to receive Sustainability Fund support, and in-kind support from Six Senses hosts, based on guidance around themes and causes from the General Manager and Home Office Sustainability.

Develop and lead with Experiences Manager Sustainability-related experiences for guests that highlight the property’s sustainability efforts, the local community/culture, the unique environment and Sustainability Fund projects

A high standard of personal appearance, grooming and hygiene, plus comprehensive knowledge of safety, security and emergency procedures will be maintained by myself and all hosts in line with brand and statutory requirements.

Ensure that interaction and communications between departments within the property are clear and effectively maintained to support the smooth running of the property. 

Work closely with marketing, sales and public relation in developing strategies and tactics which support revenue generation and profile-raising initiatives are undertaken as documented in the marketing plan.

Ensure that all activities within the Sustainability department are carried out ethically, honestly and within the parameters of local law.

Revise and control department’s operational budget is strictly adhered to and all costs will be continually monitored and controlled to drive profitability, while taking into consideration the preservation of required standards with every decision made.

Ensure that forecasting is undertaken on a daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual basis to ensure budgets are met and exceeded.

Minimize payroll costs by maximizing productivity and efficient scheduling of hosts.

Prepare and submit legally required and confidential documentation related to the operation.

Complete accurately all corporate reporting requirements for the role.

Attend or conduct the designated meetings and briefings as instructed.