AddressWe are Veriu Group (pronounced 'Very You')!
Our brands come from humble beginnings and a passion for connecting travellers to the local authenticity of a location. We aim to bring people together in new ways, to create lifelong travel memories that can’t be found in a guidebook, and to help people discover the true experience of a place.
Through our brands Punthill Apartment Hotels and Veriu Hotels & Suites, we operate 21 hotels across Australia and have over 35 years of brand history. Our ambitious plan to operate 80 hotels by 2030 becomes closer this year with numerous new hotel openings across the country, and this means we’re well on our way to achieving our mission of becoming the largest Australian-owned apartment hotel operator.
Our people are incredible because they're empowered to be themselves. We're not about hierarchy or rigid structure. Instead, we create an environment where people can make decisions, feel supported and access unlimited opportunities for growth. Our values of Relationship-Focused, Integrity, Personal Growth & Ownership Mindset guide our actions and decisions, and are what our diverse culture is all about.
Now is the perfect time for like-minded people to join our expansion journey. If you’re looking for a meaningful role that can make a serious impact, within a culture that allows you to be truly you – you’ve found us and we can’t wait to hear from you!
To learn more about us, visit our website! https://veriu.com.au/about-us/ or https://punthill.com.au/about-us/
Welcome to Punthill Maitland
Pinned for opening mid-July 2024, Punthill Maitland will be the first regional NSW opening for us and bring will bring to life a boutique 76 key apartment hotel - the first new hotel in a decade for the area! As we eagerly await opening, we're looking for a Maintenance Handyperson to join our team and play a vital role in ensuring the comfort and safety of all guests by keeping our facilities in top-notch condition.
- 76 apartments catering to both the corporate and leisure travel markets
- Conference room, gym & cafe
- Located in the heart of Maitland' High Street commercial hub
Responsibilities
This is an exciting maintenance role, perfect for someone with a keen eye for detail and an impeccable sense of pride in their work. Working closely with the Hotel Manager, you’ll be part of a small team of genuine people, looking to create lasting memories and exceptional experiences for each and every guest. No day will be the same, but each day you’ll expertly:
- Manage and assist in new building defects
- Maintain records of warranty periods for all appliances and equipment.
- Undertake a variety of general hotel maintenance work in common areas and hotel rooms
- Complete repairs to apartments, equipment, and common area hardware
- Assist in troubleshooting electrical equipment such as TVs and air conditioners
- Respond quickly to emergencies and maintain maintenance inventory
- Manage on-site contractors, contractor compliance and inductions, upkeep of service agreements, and building audits for compliance
- Work independently with an ownership mindset but also with a team focus
You'll be provided with all the tools and supplies required to be set up for success, and work closely with the hotel team to ensure that the property's condition and upkeep is improved or sustained.
Benefits
You'll be someone looking for a long-term career with a growing, Australian-owned hotel group. Access:
- National career growth opportunities in operations or project management
- Accelerated development in a variety of hotel management or corporate areas
- Comprehensive onboarding & ongoing support
- The chance to join our Fast-Track Hotel Management Development program
- Genuine flexibility and job security
- High performing culture that values relationships & individuality, where our leadership know you by name
- Generous referral bonuses when you refer your friends to work with us (up to $1000)
- Discounts on accommodation across our network
- Discounts on private health insurance
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
About You
We work in a fast-paced environment where no day is the same, so we’re looking for people who are adaptable, enjoy variety and operate with an ownership mindset.
The successful person must have:
- Approved Australian working rights (Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency or a Visa with approved working rights)
- Knowledge of general maintenance tasks
- The ultimate 'can do' attitude
- A willingness to learn new things and be creative in finding solutions around operational demands
- High sense of pride in their work
- Strong communication skills and the ability to leave good impressions after interactions with team members and guests
