Area Manager

Role Summary

As the Area Manager , you'll take the driver's seat in a fast-paced operation, steering your team toward success.

You'll have full control of the dashboard across our Hobart Airport and City locations - driving sales, profitability, fleet performance, and customer experience - while fuelling site growth through upselling, smart fleet utilisation, and cost control. Deliver a premium SIXT ride every time and enjoy perks like a company car, leadership development, and a generous incentive program.

• Ready to roll up your sleeves and make things happen? Here's how you'll shine:
• Achieve sales targets, KPIs, and profitability
• Drive upsell performance and maximise fleet utilisation
• Analyse performance trends and implement action plans
• Coach, mentor, and motivate a high-performing team
• Set clear expectations and hold team members accountable
• Ensure premium customer service and resolve escalations quickly
• Manage P&L and control costs
• Optimise rostering to match demand and sales opportunities
• Maintain fleet presentation and minimise downtime
• Ensure compliance with safety, operational, and company standards

Requirements

YOUR SKILLS

You're a natural leader who thrives in a fast-paced, target-driven environment. You'll bring:

• Sales Talent: Motivated, results-driven, and confident in achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Industry Experience: Experience in sales-led retail, operational management, or customer service. Car rental industry experience is desirable but not essential.
• Leadership & Communication: Strong leadership and coaching skills, clear communication, and exceptional relationship-building abilities.
• Commercial & Analytical Skills: A commercial mindset with P&L responsibility, confidence analysing KPIs and financial data, and solid reporting capability.
• Organisation & Adaptability: Highly organised with a proactive, growth-focused attitude and ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
• All successful applicants must complete a National Criminal History Check, hold a current full driver's licence, and have full Australian working rights.

Benefits

At SIXT Australia, we offer more than just discounts - though you get those too! To ensure our employees feel valued, empowered, and celebrated, we provide a range of benefits, including:

• Participate in our lucrative performance-based incentive program
• Competitive salary package including motor vehicle, phone and laptop
• Travel discounts on SIXT car rental, cruises, and accommodation at our award-winning NRMA Holiday Parks and Resorts

Complimentary myNRMA membership including free Roadside Assistance & discounts on fuel, groceries, movie tickets, gift cards, gym memberships, attractions, restaurants and much more!

• Discounts on all NRMA insurance products including car, home & travel
• “ME” day - one extra day of paid leave per year, called a ME Day, to use at any time during the calendar year
• Employee Referral Program where you may be eligible for a $2,000 referral bonus payment

We're for inclusion, diversity, and representing the customers and communities we serve. That's why we welcome applications from First Nations, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, people of all genders, members of the LGBTQI+ community, and anyone else who wants to be part of our team.

• Bring your leadership to life. Drive growth, shape culture, and deliver excellence. Apply now or visit our  careers site  to find out more. Join Team Orange today!
• Our Talent Acquisition Team and Hiring Leaders kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. SIXT Australia is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

About the Company

At SIXT Australia, we're revolutionizing car rental. We believe it should be as exciting as a road trip – something to look forward to! We transform everyday mobility into memorable experiences with premium vehicles and service. It's in our DNA, blending Aussie spirit with German heritage – Das Ist Good. As part of the NRMA family, a trusted member-owned brand, we provide SIXT Star Service, ensuring every move is a memorable experience.