Esplanade Hotel Fremantle

About the business

With a rich history dating back to 1850 the hotel is an iconic landmark in Western Australia. The hotel offers 300 spacious refurbished rooms across ten different room categories, two pools, multiple conferencing & event spaces, as well as a restaurant and three different bars.

About the role

We are currently looking for a full-time Repairs & Maintenance Handyperson to join our amazing team for up to 5 days per week at 38 hours.

The right candidate will have the essential "can do" attitude, excellent communication skills, be dependable and punctual.

The position reports directly to the Repairs & Maintenance manager and is responsible for the day-to-day up-keep, landscaping, repairs and maintenance of the hotel. Lifting and physical activity is part of this active "hands on" role.

This role includes:

• Ensure all maintenance activities are performed within the requirements of Quality, Workplace Health, Safety, and Environment systems, policies & procedures
• Perform in an all-round capacity in all facets of the Repairs & Maintenance team - carrying out duties in a responsible and competent manner. This will include a wide variety of tasks such as gardening/landscaping, silicone/grouting, minor electrical work, minor carpentry etc.
• Communicating directly with the appropriate trades persons, vendors or contractors, and follow ups.
• Preventative maintenance schedule activities.
• Respond promptly to all calls for assistance and communicate actions taken.

Benefits and perks

• Incredible team member discounts from your first day on-the-job.
• 50% off stays at EVT hotels – Rydges, QT, Atura, JUCY Snooze and more.
• $2 movie tickets, plus Moonlight, Gold Class, Candy Bar discounts and more.
• Awesome winter and summer savings and discounts at Thredbo.
• Rapid career growth opportunities through our EVT network.
• Local community involvement, volunteering and charitable giving.
• Australia and NZ's largest and most diverse experiences company.

Skills & experience

To be short listed for this great role, you will need to possess the following skills:

• Energetic, motivated and efficient at multi-tasking while working independently.
• Previous experience is essential.
• Honest, punctual, reliable and physically fit.
• Availability to work weekends and public holidays on a rotating roster when required.

Pay rate will be HIGA Lv. 3-5 depending on experience and trade qualifications. Please refer to this prior to applying.

Esplanade Hotel Fremantle is part of EVT, and being a part of EVT means believing in changing the game. Why? Because no one wants ordinary. If you're seeking to be part of the kind of wow-factor moments you can help shape, then you've come to the right place. 

About EVT:  

As market-leading experience creators, we bring to life some of the best-known brands and properties in entertainment, ventures, and travel. Our portfolio includes over 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award-winning restaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo, Independent Collection by EVT and Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few.  

About the Role

An exceptional opportunity awaits to join our team as a Full-time Hotel Handyperson.

Keeping our resort looking great is paramount to our guest's experience. Your responsibilities as a Handyperson,  you'll keep everything looking sharp and fresh Whether it's doing routine room maintenance checks, painting touchups, or just fixing anything that may go wrong in a busy hotel resort.  Your problem-solving skills and keen attention to detail will ensure our 100+ acre resort remains in top condition. You'll be well groomed, organised, proactive, and take pride in delivering quality results that support both our team and our guests.

Key Responsibilities

• You'll have some experience as a handyperson
• You'll have availability to work a 7-day roster which includes some evenings, weekends and public holidays & late finishes (7:00pm)
• You'll have full Australian working rights (no sponsorships will be offered)
• You'll follow Work Health & Safety procedures at all times

Benefits & Perks

• Incredible team member discounts from your first day on-the-job.
• 50% off stays at EVT hotels – Rydges, QT, Atura, Lylo and more.
• $2 movie tickets, plus Moonlight, Gold Class, Candy Bar discounts and more.
• Awesome winter and summer savings and discounts at Thredbo.
• Rapid career growth opportunities through our EVT network.
• Local community involvement, volunteering and charitable giving.
• Australia and NZ's largest and most diverse experiences company

Join Esplanade Hotel Fremantle and become an EVT experience creator, opportunity taker, the ultimate Daymaker. Join and make a positive impact on our people, communities, and environment every day.