Handyperson | Full-Time | InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Duty meals

Staff discounts

Discount platform

Learning & development

Job summary

InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto is seeking a hands-on Handyperson to join our Engineering team in Melbourne. You will help ensure guest rooms and hotel facilities are safe, functional, and maintained to luxury standards, performing a range of maintenance tasks across painting, carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, and basic HVAC.

You will respond to maintenance requests, conduct preventative checks, troubleshoot equipment, and assist with furniture moves, while collaborating with

Qualifications

• Some experience in a maintenance, handyperson, engineering, or similar role.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and general building maintenance.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance tasks such as painting, carpentry, plumbing, electrical repairs.
• Respond to guest maintenance requests and perform preventative maintenance checks.
• Assist with the setup and movement of furniture and equipment when required.
• Work closely with Housekeeping, Front Office, and other departments to resolve maintenance concerns promptly and professionally.

Skills

Handyperson experience

HVAC basics

Carpentry basics

Electrical repairs

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Job description

Handyperson | Full-Time | InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto

The InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto is an icon of luxury and a beacon of sophistication in the heart of Melbourne.

As a Handyperson, in our friendly Engineering team, you will play an important role in ensuring our hotel remains safe, functional, and maintained to the highest standards. Working behind the scenes, you will help create exceptional guest experiences by ensuring all hotel facilities, equipment, and guest rooms are operating efficiently and presented to luxury hotel standards.

Your day to day

You will carry out general maintenance tasks such as painting, carpentry, plumbing, electrical repairs, and basic air-conditioning maintenance. Respond to guest maintenance requests, perform preventative maintenance checks, troubleshoot equipment issues, and assist with the setup and movement of furniture and equipment when required. Work closely with Housekeeping, Front Office, and other departments, you will ensure maintenance concerns are resolved promptly and professionally while adhering to all hotel health and safety standards.

What we need from you

• Full and unrestricted work rights in Australia
• Some experience in a maintenance, handyperson, engineering, or similar role
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and general building maintenance
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Good attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards
• Physical ability to perform manual tasks, including lifting, standing, and working in various environments
• Previous experience in a hotel or similar environment is desirable
• Ability to work rotating roster (penalty rates will apply)

What we offer

• Duty meals in our colleague canteen
• Some of the best colleague discounts across our IHG Hotels for accommodation, food and beverage
• An immense colleague discounts platform for all your favourite brands and retailers
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities to support your career growth within IHG

We are proud to be InterContinental Melbourne the Rialto and proud to be IHG, and we know you will be too.