Facilities Manager

The Hotel

The Sebel Sydney Chatswood is a  apartment style property which is located in the heart of Chatswood. The Sebel Sydney Chatswood is known for its convenient location, providing easy access to Chatswood's shopping precinct, dining options, and various attractions. The property has over 200 apartments with the majority of these being privately owned, with less than 40 of the apartments being operated solely as hotel rooms.

The Role

Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will work closely with the heads of departments to ensure the smooth running process of the business operation. This role requires a combination of technical expertise, hotel knowledge, and effective communication to coordinate maintenance, repairs, and improvements within the hotel's shared facilities. Your responsibilities will include:

• Maintenance Oversight: Regularly inspect and assess the condition of the hotel's infrastructure to identify and address maintenance issues promptly. Coordinate routine maintenance tasks and prioritize repairs based on urgency and impact on guest experience, together with ensuring legal compliance, Inter React management and the Preventative Maintenance Program is adhered to.
• Vendor Management: Collaborate with external vendors, contractors, and service providers to ensure timely and high-quality maintenance services. Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers for cost-effective and reliable services.
• Assist Front Office, Night Audit, Maintenance and Housekeeping teams in the successful operation of their department with a key focus on:Customer service, customer relations, sales, correct room allocation, FO reports, innovative packages, yield management; ledger administration, staff costs, reporting, reservation systems.
• Managing staff schedules to ensure that there are enough employees on duty at all times to meet customer demand.
• Complete month-end reporting.
• Developing and implementing strategic plans for their division in order to meet company goals and increase revenue.
• Strive to implement the Accor Vision and demonstrate active use of Accor Values.

Who you are

• A naturally confident person who is able to approach people and initiate conversation along with a strong knowledge of hotel operations.
• Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management or Facilities Management, Engineering, or a related field. 
•  Proven experience in facilities management or in the hospitality industry.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, equipment, and maintenance protocols.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

What's in it for you?

• Free carparking and dry cleaning & with hotel discounts of up to 70% off are available worldwide holidays will never be cheaper.
• 10 weeks paid parental leave at full salary for the primary carer in addition to government-funded parental leave. 
• Accor’s industry-leading training platforms Accor Academy and Typsy, supports your career development with unlimited access to qualifications, practical skills and leadership programs. 
• Opportunity to grow and develop your career within an international hotel group with over 400 hotels in Australia and New Zealand, and over 5000 globally, Accor offers limitless opportunities to grow your career within a supportive network of like-minded professionals. Work in an environment where we encourage you to bring your real self to work, unleash your creativity and have fun.

Our commitment to Inclusion and Diversity

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know.