Maintenance Attendant

Discover Sofitel Sydney Wentworth – Where Heritage Meets Modern Luxury

Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, Sydney’s first international five-star hotel, is an icon of Australian hospitality and a landmark of culture and creativity in the heart of the city. The hotel holds a special place in Sydney’s story, with a rich heritage that continues to shape its character and reputation both locally and internationally. Guided by Sofitel’s signature French elegance and the vibrant energy that surrounds it, the experience feels refined and distinctly Sydney.

Featuring 436 beautifully redesigned rooms and suites, Club Millésime – the hotel’s exclusive executive lounge – and 14 versatile event spaces including one of Sydney’s largest ballrooms, the hotel offers an exceptional setting for both grand occasions and thoughtfully curated stays. Dining is led by a collection of award-winning venues including Tilda, Bar Tilda, Delta Rue and Wentworth Bar, each reflecting Sydney’s evolving culinary scene. As part of the globally recognised Sofitel brand, we celebrate craftsmanship, attention to detail and heartfelt luxury service, bringing passion and pride to every guest experience while fostering a culture of excellence, creativity and individuality for our team.

Above Award Rate – $33.00 per hour + penalty rates!

In this role you will: 

• Carry out general maintenance and upkeep of the hotel, keeping all areas in exceptional condition.
• Complete a range of minor repairs across the property, including basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, tiling, bathroom maintenance, and glazing (such as replacing broken windowpanes).
• Repair and install internal and external fittings as required, such as sliding doors, fly screens, drawers, cupboard doors, door locks, curtain rods, and tiles.
• Liaise with departments and the Maintenance Manager in relation to work requirements.
• Plan and prioritise jobs to ensure deadlines are met

• Hands-on experience in building maintenance, construction, or related fields.
• Confident handling a variety of maintenance tasks across a luxury hotel environment.
• Experience in basic carpentry, glazing (windowpanes), tiling, and grouting.
• Safe and competent in the use of hand and power tools.
• Able to identify and fix minor maintenance or structural issues.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Team player with excellent communication skills to work smoothly with all departments.
• Flexible and adaptable, ready to assist in other maintenance areas as needed.

If you have a genuine desire to learn, we’re happy to provide training and upskilling—even if you don’t meet every requirement listed above.

Additional Information - Why Join Sofitel Sydney Wentworth?

We value our people and offer:

• Global discounts on accommodation, dining, bars and more across 100+ Accor hotels and partner venues worldwide

• Generous leave entitlements, including birthday leave and up to 12 weeks parental leave

• 30% team member dining discount across our signature venues: Tilda, Bar Tilda, Delta Rue and Wentworth Bar

• Career development opportunities within a globally recognised luxury hospitality brand

• Ongoing learning and development, working alongside industry leaders

• Onsite perks including laundered uniforms, complimentary dry cleaning, $2 barista-made coffee, a $5 staff lunch buffet, and discounted city parking

• A complimentary hotel stay package to celebrate your work anniversary

• Free 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program for confidential wellbeing support If you’re passionate about hospitality, service excellence, and innovation, we want 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.