Maintenance and Facilities Manager

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

Job Location: iStay Precinct Adelaide. At iStay Hotels, we believe simplicity isn’t a shortcut — it’s a strength. We bring ease to every journey for smart travellers who know what they want: a good night’s sleep, seamless service, and a stay that just works. In a complex world that moves fast, we focus on getting the essentials exactly right — faster check-ins, real comfort, and service that feels effortless. Behind that simplicity is a team that takes genuine pride in delivery. If you believe that doing the fundamentals brilliantly is its own kind of excellence, iStay is your kind of place. Simply spot‑on.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• 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 (but not limited to) 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 Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) and all regulatory requirements.
• Manage stock control, purchasing, supplier coordination and cost‑efficient resource allocation.
• Prepare quotes, schedule works and manage Capital Expenditure (Capex) requests, ensuring alignment with organisational 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.

Shift Details (subject to change):

Monday to Friday 7:30am start time (flexible for the right candidate). Occasional weekend or after‑hours callouts may be required on an ad hoc basis.

Qualifications To be successful in this role, you will require the following:

• Previous hands‑on Maintenance or Facilities Management experience, ideally within a hotel or similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, compliance requirements and property maintenance best practices.
• Experience with painting, plastering, carpentry and general building repairs.
• Proven ability to lead, manage and develop team members.
• Demonstrated experience implementing preventative maintenance programs.
• Strong capability in contractor management, negotiation and vendor coordination.
• Sound MS Office skills (Excel, Word, reporting tools).
• A passion for delivering proactive, high‑quality service.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with professional presentation.
• A building qualification will be highly regarded.

Minor International is one of the largest hospitality and leisure companies in the Asia Pacific region. Today Minor International has a global presence with hotels and resorts, restaurants and retail shops across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, the Americas and Australasia. When Passion Meets Growth, Opportunity Sparks. At some point, we all hit a ceiling, and few have the passion or opportunity to break through. At Minor, we’ve made it our mission to encourage our people to push boundaries in search of opportunity and achieve their fullest potential. When the business grows, so do our people.