Maintenance Assistant

Accor Apartments & Realty; Kingscliff; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor Apartments & Realty in Kingscliff, NSW, is seeking a Maintenance Assistant who will tackle a range of tasks from minor repairs to preventative maintenance, ensuring every room and common area is kept in pristine condition.

The role requires a hands-on, safety-conscious approach, ability to work with guests and contractors, and flexibility to cover weekends and public holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• Physical role requiring a proactive, safety-minded approach.
• Experience in general building maintenance with basic carpentry, plumbing or electrical.
• Strong problem-solving and ability to communicate with all levels on site.
• Availability for weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all rooms, amenities and communal spaces in excellent condition.
• Collaborate with the team and work independently as required.
• Perform maintenance tasks and preventative maintenance when needed.
• Identify issues early to prevent larger problems.

Skills

Physical work

Maintenance basics

Carpentry & Plumbing

Electrical basics

Problem solving

Communication on-site

Shift flexibility

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 escape (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