Location: Melbourne | Full-time
About Us
Life at Starwood revolves around a simple idea: the world is beautiful, and we want to keep it that way. Now open, 1 Hotel & Homes Melbourne will bring a first-of-its-kind, mission-driven luxury experience to the banks of the Yarra River. Our hotel and residences are consciously designed to blend nature with comfort, creating vibrant community spaces rooted in sustainability.
At 1 Hotels & Homes, we don’t just create places to stay we build communities that thrive.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a proactive and skilled Handyperson to join our opening team. In this vital role, you’ll help ensure our brand-new hotel is kept in immaculate condition through a range of minor maintenance and repair tasks. You’ll play a key role in upholding the high standards of comfort, safety, and sustainability our guests expect.
Key Responsibilities
Perform routine maintenance and repairs across guest rooms, public spaces, and back-of-house (including basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, and furniture fixes)Respond to maintenance requests swiftly, ensuring minimal disruption to guestsSupport preventative maintenance under the guidance of the Director of EngineeringInspect areas regularly to identify issues, report hazards, and escalate major repairsAssist with refurbishments, room turnovers, and event setupKeep tools and equipment safe, clean, and functionalFollow all WHS and hotel safety/security proceduresCommunicate effectively with teams across departmentsProvide professional, discreet customer service at all timesWhat We’re Looking For
Experience in a maintenance/handyperson role (ideally in hospitality or commercial buildings)Competency in basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and painting tasksStrong problem-solving, time management, and attention to detailAbility to work independently with a commitment to safety and guest privacyGood physical fitness and manual dexterityPassion for sustainability and minimising human impactQualifications
Trade qualification (preferred but not essential)White Card and/or Working at Heights certification (desirable)Comfortable using Microsoft Office and basic digital toolsWhy Join the Team?We’re more than just a workplace, we’re your other family. At 1 Hotels & Homes Melbourne, you’ll become part of a culture grounded in care, sustainability, and personal growth.What You Can Look Forward To:
A ‘Designed by Nature’ luxury work environmentHealth & wellness eventsBirthday & volunteer leaveTeam member recognition programsDiscounted private health insuranceTeam member food & beverage discountsHotel stays at exclusive team ratesSH University – your platform for continuous learningCareer advancement opportunities globallyEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)One complimentary night stay each yearReady to Make an Impact?
If you’re passionate about maintenance, hospitality, and sustainability, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team dedicated to building an inspiring, environmentally-conscious future. Please submit your resume and cover letter to be considered.
