About the Opportunity
Executive Inn Hotel is seeking a reliable and hands-on Part Time Maintenance Coordinator to join our team. This role is responsible for ensuring the hotel property is maintained to a high standard, providing a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for guests and staff.
Working closely with hotel operations, the successful candidate will undertake a wide range of maintenance duties across guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house facilities.
Core Duties & Responsibilities
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Perform general repairs and preventative maintenance throughout the hotel property, including guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house facilities.
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Identify maintenance issues proactively and complete repairs in a timely and efficient manner.
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Coordinate and liaise with external contractors and tradespeople as required.
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Maintain hotel equipment and facilities including air conditioning systems, plumbing fixtures, exhaust systems, lighting, and room amenities.
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Complete minor painting, patching, regrouting, silicone application, and general upkeep works to maintain presentation standards.
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Respond promptly to urgent maintenance requests, including wet carpet issues and room-related maintenance concerns.
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Order, organise, and maintain maintenance stock and spare parts in accordance with hotel procedures.
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Support operational departments, including Housekeeping and Guest Services, with deliveries, porterage, furniture movement, and heavy lifting when required.
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Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with hotel policies and Workplace Health & Safety standards.
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Assist management with any reasonable operational requests to support the smooth running of the hotel.
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Carry out scheduled cleaning and maintenance of air conditioning vents throughout the property.
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Perform additional duties including pressure cleaning, moving mattresses, painting, touch-up work, and other general property maintenance tasks as required.
About You
You are a proactive and dependable maintenance professional with a strong work ethic and a practical, hands-on approach. You take pride in maintaining high presentation standards and can work independently while supporting a team-focused environment.
Key Skills & Experience
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Previous experience in hotel, building, or general maintenance.
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Sound understanding of preventative maintenance practices.
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Ability to troubleshoot and complete a broad range of repair tasks.
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Knowledge of air conditioning systems, plumbing, and general property maintenance is highly desirable.
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Strong organisational and communication skills.
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Ability to prioritise tasks and respond effectively to maintenance requests.
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Commitment to safety and maintaining a clean, professional work environment.
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Physically capable of performing manual handling and lifting tasks when required.
Why You’ll Love Being Part of Wests
At The Wests Group, we believe in creating environments where our people thrive. We recognise and reward your hard work with benefits that support your wellbeing, lifestyle, and career growth.
Here’s what you’ll enjoy:
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Wellbeing: First Nations Cultural Leave, wellbeing leave, flu vaccinations, flexible work options, community care leave, and access to employee assistance programs.
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Career: Certificate III in Hospitality, paid traineeships, and leadership programs.
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Financial: Paid parental leave, annual leave loading, above-award wages, penalty rates, and discounts on meals.
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Lifestyle: Balance Collective gym discounts, NIB Health Insurance offers, holiday park savings, and discounted accommodation across our hotels.
About Us
The Executive, The Gateway, and The Anchorage Hotel & Spa are proudly owned and operated by The Wests Group Australia — a Newcastle-owned, not-for-profit organisation with deep community roots. With close to 1,000 employees across Newcastle, Port Stephens, and Lake Macquarie, Wests is one of the region’s great success stories, offering exceptional hospitality, entertainment, accommodation, and fitness experiences.
At Wests, we’re proud to build inclusive workplaces where everyone belongs. We celebrate diversity in all forms — including gender, culture, age, ability, and background — and we strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.
If you’re ready to bring your expertise, professionalism, and passion for people to one of the Hunter’s most respected hospitality teams, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now — your next opportunity awaits with The Wests Group.
