Meriton Suites is currently seeking a Handyperson/Maintenance Officer to support one of our beautiful Sydney properties.

About the Role

As a Handyperson you will work to ensure our property is safe, well maintained and well presented. You will work as part of high performing maintenance team. 

Your key responsibilities

• Fitting, testing, repairing and replacing fixtures and fittings, including lightbulbs, windows, doors, and handrails.

• Performing basic plumbing maintenance and repairs on taps, basins and toilets.

• Performing basic carpentry, including hanging and replacing doors and operating power tools.

• Performing minor welds to fabricate or repair fixtures.

• Checking safety equipment such as fire hoses, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors and alarms.

• Reporting requirements for significant repairs to management.

• Clearing gutters and common areas of rubbish and debris.

• Applying and repairing paint and plaster.

• Changing locks on doors and windows.

To be successful in this role you will have 

• Familiarity with handyperson duties or hold an applicable trade.

• Exposure in a hotel environment is highly desirable.

• A high level of attention to detail.

• The ability to work independently. 

• Have full availability to work a 7-day rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays (shift time between 7 am and 11 pm).

• Professional approach in dealing with guests and other staff members whilst carrying out your daily tasks.

• Must pass a Work Health Physical Assessment/Drug and Alcohol test prior to employment.  

Why Meriton Suites? 

• Australia’s largest owner-operator of apartment-style hotel suites, with 23 locations and 6,210 suites nationally

• Base + Super + 17.5% Annual leave loading for award-based employees

• Future opportunities and career development with locations across Sydney, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Canberra and Melbourne

• ‘M.E.R.I.T Academy’ our online training platform to further develop your skills and knowledge

• Paid Parental leave

• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to provide professional and personal advice

• Team Member accommodation discounts 

• Friends and Family discounts 

• Kudos – Monthly recognition awards 

• Team activities and social events 

• Induction program for all new starters

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted within 7 days of application. Please note that we will not consider external agencies as recruitment for this role is handled internally.