Maintenance Duty Technician

About the role

A skilled and motivated Duty Technician is sought to join the Engineering Team at Novotel & ibis Sydney on Darling Harbour, one of Accor's flagship hotel complexes in the Pacific region. The role plays a key part in keeping the presentation, safety and operational excellence of both properties.

Key responsibilities

• Respond promptly and professionally to guest maintenance requests to minimise disruption.
• Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance across guest rooms, public areas, back-of-house facilities and hotel equipment.
• Perform general building maintenance, repairs and fault finding to keep the hotels running safely and efficiently.
• Assist with basic plumbing, electrical, hydraulic, air conditioning and mechanical maintenance in line with qualifications and competency.
• Maintain external façades, public spaces and high-traffic areas, and undertake painting, patching and repairs to surfaces, fixtures, furniture and equipment.
• Prepare, mix and apply paints, stains, varnishes, lacquers and other finishes, and repair and install wall coverings, including caulking and grouting.
• Inspect regularly, report and rectify defects in a timely way, and follow WHS requirements and safe work procedures.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete work orders in the hotel's maintenance management system.
• Collaborate with the Engineering team and other departments.

Required profile

• Relevant trade qualification or demonstrated maintenance experience (desirable).
• Sound knowledge of general building maintenance, including basic plumbing, electrical, hydraulic, mechanical and air conditioning systems.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and to prioritise multiple tasks.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Commitment to WHS compliance.
• Flexibility to work a 7-day rotating roster, including weekends, public holidays and on-call duties (penalty rates apply).

Required skills

• Safe use of hand tools, power tools and maintenance equipment.
• Painting, patching, caulking, grouting and finishing works.

What we offer

• The chance to work across Accor's globally recognised brands at a flagship property in Darling Harbour.
• An annual "Staycation" experience for each year of service.
• Exclusive global discounts on accommodation, dining and experiences.