Maintenance Assistant

Accor Apartments & Realty; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor Apartments & Realty on the Gold Coast is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to tackle maintenance, repair, painting and improvements across the property. You will spot issues early and use practical tools to keep rooms, amenities and communal areas in impeccable condition.

The role requires a hands-on approach, ability to work with a diverse team, and a willingness to take on weekend and public holiday shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience in general building maintenance, including basic carpentry, plumbing or electrical.
• Strong problem-solving and communication with all levels.
• Able to work weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all rooms, amenities and communal spaces in excellent condition.
• Collaborate with a diverse team and work independently when needed.
• Take on maintenance tasks and preventative maintenance projects.
• Address issues before they escalate.

Skills

Hands-on approach

Problem solving

Effective communication

Education

No formal qualification required

Tools

Basic carpentry tools

Plumbing tools

Electrical basic tools

Job description

Purpose

As Maintenance Assistant, you will be the master of all trades, prepared to take on any maintenance, repair, paint job or improvement challenge that may arise. You possess the ability to spot issues before they elevate (today's leak could become tomorrow's flood!) and you skilfully employ your handy tools to address a diverse range of tasks, ensuring the property remains in impeccable condition.

Primary Responsibilities

• Take charge of ensuring that all rooms, amenities, and communal spaces within the property are well-maintained and in excellent condition
• Collaborate with a diverse team, requiring both a cooperative mindset and the ability to work independently
• Encounter stimulating challenges that require innovative solutions
• Execute maintenance tasks and preventative maintenance projects as required

Skills and Experience

• Comfortable in a physical role, have a get-up-and-go attitude and be someone who won’t stop until the job is completed in a safe and presentable manner
• Prior experience with practical skills in general building maintenance, including basic carpentry, plumbing, or electrical – no official qualification required
• Great problem solving skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels, from the General Manager, to guests and contractors working onsite
• Available to work a variety of shifts including weekends and public holidays as required