UPHOLSTERER – 5 STAR LUXURY ACCOMODATIONS – MAITLAND

Tych Business Solutions; Maitland City Council; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel management firm is seeking a skilled Upholsterer to join their team in Maitland. You will be responsible for upholstery, repair, and maintenance of high-end furniture throughout the estate. This role demands craftsmanship and attention to detail to uphold the property’s elegant standards. Ideal candidates should have proven experience in luxury hospitality or residential settings.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an upholsterer, preferably in luxury hospitality or residential settings.
• Strong understanding of various fabrics and materials.
• Physically fit with the ability to lift large furniture.

Responsibilities

• Upholster, repair and maintain furniture in luxury estate.
• Collaborate with interior designers to align upholstery with decor.
• Source appropriate fabrics and materials.

Skills

Upholstery techniques

Attention to detail

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Formal training in upholstery or furniture restoration

Tools

Upholstery tools

Job description

Job Summary

Our client who operates a group of luxury hotels is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Upholsterer to join their luxury estate team, for pone of their residential complex. The ideal candidate will be responsible for upholstering, repairing, and maintaining high-end furniture and fabric furnishings throughout the property. This role requires craftsmanship, precision, and a keen eye for quality to uphold the estate’s elegant and refined standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Upholster, reupholster, and repair furniture including sofas, chairs, headboards, and ottomans using high-quality materials.
• Maintain and restore upholstery in guest areas, lounges, private rooms, and event spaces to ensure consistent aesthetic appeal.
• Inspect furnishings regularly and identify pieces requiring attention.
• Replace padding, springs, webbing, zippers, and fabric coverings as needed.
• Collaborate with interior designers, housekeeping, and maintenance teams to align upholstery with the estate’s decor and seasonal themes.
• Source and select appropriate fabrics, trims, and materials in line with luxury standards.
• Maintain upholstery workshop/tools and ensure work is done safely, neatly, and on schedule.
• Handle antique or bespoke items with exceptional care and professionalism.
• Assist in fabric-based installations such as curtains, cushions, or fabric wall panels when required.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an upholsterer, preferably in luxury hospitality, estates, or in a residential complex or custom furniture.
• Strong understanding of upholstery techniques, fabrics, materials, and tools.
• Ability to work with a variety of materials including leather, velvet, silk, and designer fabrics.
• High level of attention to detail and craftsmanship.
• Excellent time management and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Physically fit with the ability to lift and maneuver large furniture.
• Professional appearance and discretion in private or guest environments.

Preferred

• Formal training or certification in upholstery or furniture restoration.
• Experience working in a 4-star hotel, luxury villa, or high-end residential estate.