Engineering Technician | Pre-Opening Luxury Hotel
The EQ Hotel – Perth, WA
The EQ Hotel is a new luxury hotel opening in the heart of Perth. We are seeking a technically capable Engineering Technician to join our pre-opening Engineering team and support the operation, maintenance, and reliability of the hotel’s building systems and plant.
This is a hands-on technical role suited to someone with strong building services exposure who enjoys fault-finding, preventative maintenance, and working in a structured engineering environment.
About the Role
Reporting to the Chief Engineer, you will support the maintenance and performance of building services including electrical systems awareness, plumbing, HVAC interfaces, plant equipment, and general engineering systems. The role will be actively involved in pre-opening commissioning, inspections, defect rectification, and operational readiness.
Key Responsibilities
Support preventative and corrective maintenance of building services and engineering plant
Assist with inspections, testing, and commissioning of systems and guest rooms
Undertake technical fault-finding within competency and licensing limits
Assist licensed trades and specialist contractors as required
Complete planned maintenance tasks in line with engineering schedules
Accurately log work orders, faults, and rectification actions
Support emergency response for plant or system failures
Maintain tools, equipment, and plant rooms to a high standard
Workplace Health & Safety
Follow WHS procedures, permits to work, and isolation processes
Use PPE and tools correctly at all times
Identify and report hazards, defects, or unsafe conditions immediately
About You
Trade background, technical qualification, or solid experience in building services maintenance
Experience in hotels, commercial buildings, hospitals, or large facilities preferred
Practical understanding of HVAC, electrical systems awareness, hydraulics, and plant equipment
Confident using maintenance systems and technical documentation
Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills
Safety-focused, reliable, and methodical
Willing to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays
Why Join The EQ Hotel?
Be part of a luxury hotel pre-opening from the ground up
Technically varied role within a professional Engineering team
Exposure to modern building systems and plant
Stable, award-covered employment
Prime Perth CBD location
