Hotel Facilities & Maintenance Leader — Accommodation Included

AustraliaVisas; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa sponsorship available

20–28 days annual leave

Health insurance benefits

Accommodation provided

St Kilda, Melbourne location

Staff meals and discounts

Job summary

AustraliaVisas is seeking a Hotel Facilities & Maintenance Manager to oversee building services, maintenance, and facilities across properties in Melbourne. You will lead the maintenance and engineering team, manage budgets and contracts, and ensure compliance with building, fire, and WHS requirements while protecting guest experience.

The role focuses on coordinating facilities projects, supervising contractors, optimizing energy use, and coordinating with housekeeping and front office to

Qualifications

• Trade qualification (electrical, mechanical, plumbing, or building services) or a degree/diploma in Facilities Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5-7 years' experience in facilities or maintenance, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role; hotel or commercial property experience is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate facilities projects to schedules, budgets and quality standards.
• Oversee reactive maintenance prioritizing guest safety and operations.
• Plan, manage and control facilities and maintenance budget including capex.
• Engage and manage external contractors and suppliers, negotiating quotes and contracts.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, fire safety, essential services, and inspections.
• Oversee CCTV, access control, networking, fire systems, power systems, and other building tech.
• Conduct facility assessments and coordinate inspections for improvements.
• Plan refurbishment and minor capital works with minimal guest disruption.
• Monitor energy usage and drive efficiency improvements.
• Coordinate with housekeeping and operations on room availability and guest impact.
• Prepare regular reports for the GM on maintenance performance and costs.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget management

Contractor management

WHS compliance

Planning

Communication

MS Office

Maintenance CMMS

Education

Facilities Mgmt degree

Tools

MS Office

CMMS

Job description

AustraliaVisas is seeking a Hotel Facilities & Maintenance Manager to oversee building services, maintenance, and facilities across properties in Melbourne. You will lead the maintenance and engineering team, manage budgets and contracts, and ensure compliance with building, fire, and WHS requirements while protecting guest experience.

The role focuses on coordinating facilities projects, supervising contractors, optimizing energy use, and coordinating with housekeeping and front office to