Maintenance Manager

Are you a strong leader with previous maintenance or engineering experience within a strata/MLR operation? Join us as our next Accommodation & Hospitality Manager - Maintenance Manager.
We are hiring for multiple positions across a range of regional Australian locations outside of Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane.
As our next Maintenance Manager, you will:
• Oversee and complete all general maintenance in a timely and efficient manner
• Responsible for developing and overseeing a preventative maintenance plan for the Property, revising where necessary and conducting regular checks on all operating equipment
• Coordinates, liaises with and supervises external contractors that provide a 24 hour service, to ensure all work activities are carried out.
• Seek to implement procedures to assist in improving the efficiency of repairs and maintenance to maintain acceptable costs and high standards.
• Provide leadership and direction to maintenance Team Members to ensure maintenance requests are actioned efficiently
• Conduct general inspections of the Property, recording the condition of property, plant and equipment and fixtures and fittings
• Ensure all chargeable and non-chargeable works are reported in Apollo or similar works tracker used at Property
• Responsible for monitoring and maintaining Department expenses (including wages), ensuring the Department is operating in a way that maximises profitability and within budgetary guidelines
• Record the costs of repairs done by maintenance personnel and contractors accurately
• Plans regular maintenance and up-keep of all equipment and keeps accurate records, responsible for managing all planned maintenance projects
• Prioritises tasks according to urgency and importance
• Oversee waste management at the Property, ensuring waste is removed at acceptable intervals
• Ensure that maintenance stores are kept at the required par stock level. Order stock as required and in a timely manner, liaising with suppliers to negotiate rates
• Keep well informed regarding new trends, products and ideas that may benefit the operation. Assist in the formulation and development and implementation of new standards and services as needed
• Participate in scheduled training and development provided by Accor to improve self and department standards
• Attend Departmental and Body Corporate meetings as required
• Compile reports as required
• General public area cleaning duties, gardening duties and pool maintenance tasks as required
• Provide passionate and friendly service to external and internal guests at all times
• Assist guests with all enquiries and complaints and provide accurate information to guests about Property facilities and features
• Comply with all guest privacy and security procedures
• Be trusted to follow correct procedures for all lost property items
• Foster and encourage a culture of open communication with other Departments such as Housekeeping and Front Office to ensure requests are actioned appropriately with minimal disruption to guests
• Handle all amenities, chemicals and equipment according to specific instructions and Workplace Health & Safety standards, ensuring Maintenance Team Members do the same
• Undertake special projects, as directed
What we are looking for:
• A strong leader with previous maintenance or engineering experience within a strata/MLR operation to take ownership of the maintenance department
• Strong administrative and computer skills as well as exceptional stakeholder management and negotiation skills
• A comprehensive financial understanding of managing a profitable operation, and familiarity with WHS legislation compliance would be advantageous
• Availability to carry our emergency maintenance work outside of normal working hours, in the event of a full power failure, evacuation fire system re-set and/or failure of mechanical systems
Annual Base Salary: $70,696.25 - $85,000.00 (gross) based on qualifications and experience
Why work for Accor?
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 likeminded professionals.
Become a Heartist and work in an environment where we encourage you to bring your real self to work, unleash your creativity and have fun.
Take advantage of special team member rates from as little as $60 per night and experience our properties as a guest.
Apply now to begin your journey!