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Hotel: Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Location: 118 High Street, Central Dunedin
Employment Type: Fixed-Term Contract Until End June
Explore the hotel: https://www.scenichotelgroup.co.nz/dunedin/scenic-hotel-southern-cross

The Maintenance Assistant role offers an exciting opportunity for the experienced trades professional looking to take the next step in their career.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Fit and able to perform a variety of physical activities
• Handle routine maintenance issues
• Painting and maintaining the interior and exterior surfaces of the hotel.
• Handling minor repairs and maintenance tasks in guest rooms, such as changing light bulbs, and adjusting room fixtures etc.
• Weeding & spraying carparks, edging and garden beds
• Mowing lawns around buildings
• Communicate with hotel departments regarding maintenance needs
• General building and grounds maintenance including assisting with regular checks and repairs as required.
• Painting and maintaining the interior and exterior surfaces of the hotel.
• Collaborating with our Maintenance Manager to contribute to the overall improvement of our hotel facilities.
• Assist with other duties as directed by Maintenance Manager

Preferred Skills & Experience:

Our ideal candidate will have basic maintenance skills, grounds-keeping experience, and be practically minded.

• Prior experience with building repairs / maintenance
• Relevant trade qualification (preferred but not essential)
• Current First Aid Certificate (preferred but not essential)
• Full NZ Drivers Licence is required.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and in writing).

Why Choose Scenic Hotel Group?

We're New Zealand's biggest locally owned hotel group, with 18 properties all over the country.

We Do IT: Now, Right, Together, and Sustainably
Now: We act fast “Now” for exceptional guest experiences
Right: We get it “Right” from the start, with ongoing training to elevate our service quality.
Together: We grow “Together” in a team that boosts our work and guest experiences.
Sustainably: We're fully committed to “Sustainability” driving a positive impact for our planet.
  
Kickstart your new chapter! If this sounds perfect and we've got what you need, hit apply now!

For more opportunities within our group, visit: https://www.scenichotelgroup.co.nz/careers/

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