Maintenance Handyperson

POSITION OVERVIEW //

The Handy Person will assist the Maintenance Manager in providing an effective maintenance service to all departments in the Hotel. This is in conjunction with follow-through of the hotel Work Request management system myBuildings. 

YOUR RESPONSIBILITES //

• Ongoing maintenance of guest rooms and public areas - including painting, grouting and silicon.
• Maintain and clean air-conditioning units in guest rooms and public areas.
• To assist in providing an effective maintenance service to all departments. This includes hands-on work as well as organising contractors (when applicable)
• In conjunction with the above, ensure all Work Requests (internal and allocated to contractors) are raised via myBuildings and procedures are followed
• To assist the engineering team in ensuring the building and surrounds, plant, machinery and equipment is maintained and operates at the most efficient and productive level possible following all OH&S and AU standards
• Respond to and carry out all inter departmental or guest requests concerning defects, repairs and / or general assistance.  When defects or repairs are outside your capabilities, communicate directly with the appropriate trades person / contractor in the absence of the Maintenance Manager.
• To assist in identifying areas of improvement within the hotel, and to carry out preventative maintenance plans that are put in place
• Render assistance when needed to other departments or their representatives.
• To supervise (when required) maintenance contractors engaged via myBuildings and ensure works are carried out to the highest standard possible while maintaining a safe environment for all stakeholders and property
• From time to time, you may be required to work flexible hours including weekends, Public holidays depending on the property’s needs
• Follow security and controls processes with regard to hard keys and card assess management
• Ensure hotel grooming standards are met with respect to being presentable at all times
• Occasionally perform other duties as directed by the Maintenance Manager and / or General Manager

Work Health and Safety (WHS)

• Plant rooms, store rooms, risers, switch rooms to be kept free of hazards
• Ensure paths of egress, fire and exit doors, emergency exists are kept clear at all times
• Workshop kept clean and tidy
• Proactively provide feedback to the Maintenance Manager in all areas in order to lower associated risk where possible
• Regularly check and inspect tools in order to ensure a safe work environment at all times

Authorities

• All Work Requests/Purchase Orders to be approved by the Maintenance Manager via myBuildings prior to purchase of any materials / engagement of any contractors