Hotel Handyperson / Maintenance / Gardener Role

An exciting opportunity has become available at Mercure Hotel Cairns to join us as our next – 

Full-TimeHotel Handyperson/Maintenance/Gardener Role

Located in the heart of Cairns, the property consists of 75 Guest Rooms, Restaurant, Pool, and Bar. As our Maintenance officer you will be responsible for the General Gardening and Hotel Maintenance and repairs throughout the property, reporting directly to the Hotel Manager.

Applicants must have a background and passion for gardens and general maintenance including experience with pool maintenance, painting, pruning, and general handyman tasks etc. Applicants also require current driver’s licence and must come with a strong work ethic. Some other requirements are listed below:

Job requirements are listed below:

• At least 2 years' proven experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of plants and gardening techniques.
• Strong Air-Con maintenance experience desirable.
• Friendly personality with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid understanding of health and safety rules and legislation.
• Prior Hotel experience including Pool care and general maintenance would also be an advantage.
• Ability to prioritise tasks.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively as part of team in a fast-paced work environment.
• Have high work standards and time management skills.

If this sounds like the role for you, please apply through Seek. 

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email/phone to attend an interview.