Maintenance Technician

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Accor is seeking a Maintenance Technician for Novotel Cathedral Square in Christchurch to join the team full time. You will assist the Chief Engineer with day-to-day maintenance of hotel plant and rooms, keep grounds and rooms in top condition, complete rounds, and promptly resolve requests while upholding WHS standards and proper equipment use, including managing external contractors. The ideal candidate has prior maintenance experience, a trade background (carpentry, electrical, or plumbing), basic HVAC and painting knowledge, solid computer skills, great attention to detail, and strong time management; weekend shifts may be required. When applying, tailor your resume to hotel maintenance tasks, show safety and contractor coordination, and demonstrate a collaborative, growth-minded approach.

Company Description

Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.

Job Description

We are looking for a maintenance superstar with a positive can do attitude to join our Maintenance team!

What you will be doing:

• Assist the Chief Engineer and team with day to day maintenance requirements of all hotel plant and equipment, as well as general upkeep of the rooms.
• Maintain high standards of appearance and safety for grounds and rooms.
• Complete daily rounds and promptly respond to and resolve maintenance requests.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with Accor WHS standards. 
• Ensure proper use, maintenance, and storage of all equipment.
• Ensure compliance with external contractor management processes. 
• Complete tasks in required timeframes.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar Maintenance role is ideal, with a previous trade background preferred (Carpentry, Electrical, or Plumbing).
• Basic knowledge in areas of HVAC, Painting, and computer skills.
• Great attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Must be friendly and approachable with good communication skills. 
• Effective time management and problem-solving ability.
• Physically fit to be able to carry out day to day Maintenance requirements. 
• Flexible to work shifts on weekends as required.​

Additional Information

At Novotel Cathedral Square we are a friendly and welcoming team who actively support a positive work environment and encourage our team members to grow and learn within our company.
We are an inclusive company with an ambition to attract, recruit and promote individuals with diverse talent. 

Benefits:

• Refer a Friend Bonus!
• Accommodation discounts and Food & Beverage discounts of up to 30% within the Pacific!
• Free staff meal on duty!
• Learn your way – support your career development with access to Accor’s training platforms!
• Accor paid parental leave!