Hotel Facilities & Maintenance Lead

MH Management (SA) Pty Ltd; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Minor International's iStay Precinct Adelaide is seeking a Facilities Manager to lead the preventative maintenance program and oversee daily building operations at the Adelaide property. You will manage a facilities team, supervise service areas, ensure WHS compliance, coordinate contractor work, and contribute to long-term asset planning and sustainability initiatives.

The role requires hands-on maintenance experience, strong knowledge of building systems, and excellent communication to deliver

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance or facilities management experience, hotel or similar environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, compliance requirements and best practices.
• Experience with painting, plastering, carpentry and general building repairs.
• Proven ability to lead, manage and develop team members.
• Experience implementing preventative maintenance programs.
• Contractor management, negotiation and vendor coordination.
• Proficiency with MS Office and reporting tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the preventative maintenance program to ensure building systems operate efficiently and safely.
• Provide hands-on support by carrying out repairs and maintenance as required across the property.
• Supervise and manage service areas including electrical, mechanical, pest control, cleaning, fire protection, security systems, hydraulics and all approved contractor works.
• Oversee property maintenance tasks such as painting, plastering, carpentry and general building upkeep.
• Ensure strict compliance with WHS and all regulatory requirements.
• Manage stock control, purchasing, supplier coordination and cost-efficient resource allocation.
• Prepare quotes, schedule works and manage Capex requests, aligning with priorities.
• Support the Hotel Manager with recruitment, training and development of the Facilities team.
• Contribute to long-term asset planning, sustainability projects and operational efficiency improvements.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Facilities Mgmt

Building systems

Painting & carpentry

Team leadership

Preventative maintenance

Contractor management

MS Office

Communication skills

Education

Building qualification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Minor International's iStay Precinct Adelaide is seeking a Facilities Manager to lead the preventative maintenance program and oversee daily building operations at the Adelaide property. You will manage a facilities team, supervise service areas, ensure WHS compliance, coordinate contractor work, and contribute to long-term asset planning and sustainability initiatives.

The role requires hands-on maintenance experience, strong knowledge of building systems, and excellent communication to deliver