Handyperson

Accor; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Queenstown seeks a dedicated Handyperson to ensure the upkeep of facilities. In this role, you will tackle a variety of maintenance tasks, contributing to the excellence of guest experiences. Ideal candidates will have practical skills in building maintenance and a proactive approach to problem-solving. The role requires flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends. Competitive benefits, including discounts and training opportunities, are offered.

Benefits

ALL Heartist Membership discounts

Family & Friends Discounts

Accor Live Limitless Loyalty Program

Career development training

Global networking opportunities

Worldwide career opportunities

Qualifications

• Comfortable in a physical role with a proactive attitude.
• Prior experience in maintenance tasks is beneficial.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Maintain rooms and communal spaces in excellent condition.
• Collaborate with the team and work independently.
• Execute maintenance tasks and projects as required.

Skills

General building maintenance

Basic carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical skills

Problem solving

Effective communication

Job description

Peppers Beacon is located a short five-minute walk from the centre of Queenstown, also known as the “Adventure Capital” of New Zealand. With uninterrupted lake front views of Lake Wakitipu and stunning mountain ranges, Peppers Beacon offers a range of accommodation from hotel style rooms to large multi-level apartments and a breakfast room for guests to start their day. During your down time, there is no short of activities to choose. From skiing to bungy jumping, for that adrenaline rush or if vineyards and scenic tours are more your speed, there is something for everyone in the historical mining town of Queenstown.

Purpose

As the Handyperson, you will be the master of all trades, prepared to take on any maintenance, repair, or improvement challenge that may arise. You possess the ability to spot issues before they escalate (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

Accor Benefits

• ALL Heartist Membership - Take advantage of discounts on accommodation and food & beverage worldwide!
• Family & Friends Discounts - Available on a range of accommodation, services and events for those who mean the most to you
• Accor Live Limitless (ALL) Loyalty Program - Earn status & reward points on your worldwide stays
• Learn Your Way - Support your career development with access to Accor’s industry leading training platforms, Accor Academy and Typsy
• Build Your Network - With more than 300,000 Accor professionals globally sharing the same guest passion, you have the ability to grow your hospitality network worldwide
• Worldwide Opportunities - We are a world leading hotel operator! With over 400 hotels in the Pacific and more than 5,000 across 110 countries, offering limitless opportunities to grow your career

At Accor, we welcome you as you are. We help you grow and learn, so that work brings purpose to your life. By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write, and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Accor is an inclusive company, building diverse teams across the globe.

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