Company Description
Embark on a journey of luxury and excellence with Sydney's iconic first international 5-star hotel! Sofitel Sydney Wentworth offers an unforgettable luxury escape, where guests discover the perfect blend of the French Zest and Sofitel luxury.
Following the successful relaunch and transformation of Sydney's iconic landmark, we are setting a new benchmark for excellence.
Discover the perfect blend of classic European style and Sofitel Luxury, with 436 beautifully appointed rooms and suites, modern meeting and event spaces, contemporary cuisine with a French twist, and our executive Club lounge - Club Millésime.
Why Sofitel Sydney Wentworth?
- Ideally situated in the heart of central Sydney's business and shopping districts, conveniently located near all public transport routes (trains, metro, buses, ferries and light rail).
- Industry benefits worldwide on parking, accommodation, dining and lifestyle services.
- Enhanced parental leave program.
Job Description
- Provision of carpentry services as required to the highest quality standard.
- Liaise with individual departments and the Maintenance Manager in relation to work requirements.
- Plan and prioritise jobs to ensure deadlines are met and emergencies are handled appropriately.
- Provide back-up support in various areas to replace absent employees when required.
- Work in harmony with all other Hotel/Resort Staff.
- Attend training programs as required.
- Completion of daily carpentry maintenance and repairs ie. as reported from guest rooms, individual Departments and Duty Managers.
- Alterations throughout the Hotel/Resort complex.
- Glazing ie. Replacing broken windowpanes.
- Tiling ie. Re-grouting shower recesses etc.
- Repair and installation of internal and external fittings as required eg. sliding doors, fly screens, tiling, drawers, cupboard doors, door locks, curtain rods etc.
- Any other tasks assigned by your manager.
Qualifications
- Proven experience as a Maintenance Carpenter, preferably in a hotel, resort, or facilities maintenance environment.
- Experience with repairs, installations, and alterations involving timber, glazing, and tiling work.
- Familiarity with general maintenance and building services tasks.
- Strong carpentry skills (e.g., doors, windows, fittings, cabinetry).
- Basic glazing skills (replacing windowpanes).
- Basic tiling and grouting skills.
- Knowledge of protected use of hand and power tools.
- Ability to diagnose and repair minor structural or maintenance issues.
- Planning and time management skills to prioritize jobs and meet deadlines.
- Communication and teamwork skills to liaise effectively with other departments and staff.
- Customer service orientation, especially in a hospitality setting.
- Adaptability and flexibility to assist in other maintenance areas when required.
Additional Information
Benefits, Rewards, Motivations
- Industry benefits from including exclusive discounts on accommodation, dining, bars and more in over 100 countries with Accor Hotels and our partners.
- Progressive leave policies including birthday leave and 10 weeks parental leave.
- Onsite perks including complimentary dry cleaning, $5 lunch buffet & discounted city parking.
- Most importantly - work with and learn from industry experts with opportunities for development.
If you share our passion for hospitality, service excellence, innovation and drive, we would love to hear from you!
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know.
Please note that full working rights in Australia are required for this role.