Maintenance Assistant

Accor Apartments & Realty; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor Apartments & Realty is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to manage upkeep of rooms, amenities, and common areas. You will perform repairs, preventative tasks, and respond proactively to issues, using a range of basic trades skills.

The role emphasizes physical work, practical problem solving, and strong communication with managers, guests, and contractors. Flexibility for varied shifts including weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Comfortable in a physically demanding role with a proactive attitude.
• Experience with general building maintenance, basic carpentry, plumbing or electrical (no formal qualification required).
• Strong problem solving and communication skills across all levels; GM, guests, and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all rooms, amenities and communal spaces in excellent condition.
• Collaborate with team and work independently as needed.
• Tackle maintenance challenges and perform preventative maintenance tasks.

Skills

Physical stamina

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Tools

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical

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