Maintenance Person

Awaroa Lodge; Nelson; On-site; NZD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff accommodation

Job summary

Lodge Abel Tasman Ltd is seeking a seasonal maintenance handler to support our Abel Tasman operation. You’ll bring mechanical knowledge and repair skills to maintain our remote-site facilities, water system, septic, and workshop, ensuring guest-focused operations run smoothly.

You will join a four-person team, performing portering duties with quads and assisting in hospitality tasks. Accommodation is provided on-site with shared facilities; couples applications are welcome.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical work and building repairs.
• Ability to operate a range of vehicles and machinery.
• Willingness to live on site in staff accommodation.
• Experience in hospitality settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain on-site facilities including water and septic systems.
• Repair and maintain workshop and equipment.
• Assist guests during check-in/out with portering tasks using quads.
• Work closely with a small team of four to keep operations running smoothly.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Building repairs

Vehicle operation

Problem solving

Trade background

Portering

Education

Trade qualification

Job description

Do you want to spend a season living in the Abel Tasman?

We are looking for a person to help in our maintenance team over the upcoming season. A wide range of skills are desired for this position, including mechanical knowledge, building repairs, operation of a wide range of vehicles, and the ability to solve problems on the run.

We are about as remote as a place gets, so the ability to keep everything running smoothly is key. We have our own water source, our own septic system, chefs garden, restaurants, a large workshop for repairs, and around 50 bedrooms. All require attention and ongoing upkeep throughout the season.

A team of 4 people undertake this work, and everyone's contribution makes our operation possible. Someone from a trade background is currently sought, to round out the team. Mechanical knowledge is key to this role but other skills will be considered also.

Along side the above, some portering work is required. Using quads to collect bags and welcome guests, see them off on departure.

Couple's applications considered, as we are also looking for staff in other hospitality based departments.

Jobs with us involve living on site in staff accommodation, You would have your own room, with shared facilities such as kitchen and bathroom. A weekly fee of $230 per person covers all food and board.

Only eligible candidates will be contacted.