Maintenance Assistant

Accor Apartments & Realty; Perth; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor Apartments & Realty is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to keep rooms, amenities, and communal spaces in impeccable condition. You will be ready to tackle leaks, repairs, and improvements with practical tools and a proactive mindset.

This role requires a hands-on approach and the ability to communicate with management, guests, and contractors on site. Ideal candidates are physically capable, have basic building maintenance skills (carpentry, plumbing, electrical), and are comfortable

Qualifications

• Comfortable in a physical role.
• Practical skills in general building maintenance (carpentry, plumbing, electrical) with no formal qualification required.
• Strong communication with GM, guests, and onsite contractors.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all rooms, amenities, and communal spaces to a high standard.
• Collaborate with a diverse team and work independently when needed.
• Tackle maintenance challenges with practical, innovative solutions.
• Perform maintenance tasks and preventative maintenance as required.

Skills

Physical stamina

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Shifts availability

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 upscale (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