About EVT: Atura Dandenong is part of EVT, one of Australasia’s market-leading experience creators offering careers that can take you wherever you want to go across entertainment, ventures, and travel. In a world of cookie cutter experiences, here at EVT we believe in changing the game. It’s why we all call ourselves Daymakers - because each day is a chance to add the wow factor for our customers and continually grow in our own careers.
At Atura, we’re a people place - unconventional, social and full of energy. Our hotels are designed for connection, comfort and community. Whether you’re pouring drinks, sharing local tips or welcoming guests with a warm smile, you’ll be part of a team that’s Always Open to possibility. Join us and help create the kind of place people never want to leave.
EVT has an endless range of roles and careers paths to explore across 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 and Australia’s most loved year round alpine resort, Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few. Once you’re in, there’s no limits on where your career could take you.
As Maintenance Manager at Atura Dandenong, you’ll be the driving force behind keeping our hotel safe, operational and in peak condition. Reporting to the General Manager (with a dotted line to the Regional Facilities Manager), you’ll lead hands-on maintenance across all hotel departments — interior and exterior — while managing contractors, budgets and compliance. You’ll be the person our team counts on to keep everything running smoothly, efficiently and safely.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver an effective maintenance service across all hotel departments, including hands-on work and contractor management via the myBuildings work request system.
- Proactively identify improvement opportunities and implement preventative maintenance plans that are audited and reviewed annually.
- Ensure all plant, machinery, equipment and building systems operate at peak efficiency, in full compliance with OH&S, WHS and Australian Standards.
- Maintain the safety of guests and staff by keeping fire alarms, detection systems, hydrants, sprinklers and essential services fully operational at all times.
- Manage Repairs & Maintenance expenditure in line with approved budgets, and oversee all related accounts and procurement in line with EVT guidelines.
- Assist with the feasibility, planning and management of Capital Works projects as required.
- Manage key and card access security systems in line with company policy.
- Contribute to the annual R&M budget in conjunction with the General Manager, Financial Controller and Regional Facilities Manager.
- Champion WHS compliance — maintain safe plant rooms, clear egress paths and a tidy workshop; represent Maintenance on the WHS and Emergency Planning Committees.
- Review, update and deliver maintenance SOPs and emergency procedure training for hotel staff.
What You’ll Bring
- Proven experience in a facilities or maintenance management role, ideally within hospitality, commercial property or a similarly complex built environment.
- Solid knowledge of building systems including HVAC, fire safety, electrical and mechanical services.
- Hands-on trade background with the ability to both roll up your sleeves and effectively manage contractors.
- Demonstrated ability to manage R&M budgets and procurement processes.
- Strong understanding of WHS legislation and building compliance requirements.
- Experience with computerised maintenance management systems (CMMS) — familiarity with myBuildings or similar is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with hotel operations teams.
How You Work
- Daymaker ethos — no one’s too big for the small things.
- Inclusive leader — values diverse perspectives; builds belonging.
- Owner’s mindset — acts on data/feedback; ships improvements.
- Hands-on and non-hierarchical — leads from the front.
Perks from Day One
As part of EVT, you unlock Elevate Perks from your first day. Parity for all levels - no ivory towers.
- 50% off dining and stays across EVT hotels – QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo and more.
- $2 movie tickets + discounts on Gold Class, Moonlight Cinema and Candy Bar.
- Seasonal perks at Thredbo.
- Rapid career growth across our hotel & entertainment network.
- Paid parental leave; community & volunteering opportunities.
Apply Now
Join Atura 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.
Send your CV and a short cover letter. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and review applications as they come in - don’t wait! We can’t wait to see the places your career will go with EVT.
When you click apply, you’ll be taken to our secure EVT careers portal (powered by Dayforce). This is our official system for managing applications across the EVT Group. You’ll simply enter your details and answer a few quick screening questions so we can get to know you better.
