Maintenance Supervisor

Company Description

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, an exclusive executive lounge, 14 versatile event spaces including one of Sydney’s largest ballrooms, and four award-winning dining venues, each reflecting Sydney’s evolving culinary scene, we are missing one key ingredient for our continued success… you.

Job Description

About the Role

As our full-time Maintenance Supervisor, you will lead the day-to-day operation of the maintenance team, providing support, technical guidance and ensuring our iconic 60+ year old property is maintained to the highest standard. You will also:

• Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance across hotel facilities and systems.
• Respond quickly to maintenance requests to minimise downtime and guest disruption.
• Supervise and support the maintenance team in daily operations.
• Assist with safety and compliance checks including fire systems, emergency lighting and plant inspections.
• Coordinate contractors and ensure work is completed safely and to brand standards.
• Support sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives across the hotel.
• Work closely with Housekeeping, Front Office and other departments to maintain smooth hotel operations.
• Assist with maintenance reporting, rostering and ongoing improvement projects.

This role is ideal for a hands-on maintenance leader who enjoys problem-solving, takes pride in their work and thrives in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Qualifications

Your keys to success in this role include: 

• Previous experience in general maintenance, ideally within hotels, hospitality or large commercial properties.
• Strong technical knowledge across electrical, plumbing, HVAC and general building maintenance.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication skills with the ability to support and motivate a team.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A solid understanding of workplace health, safety and compliance requirements.
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays as required.

Additional Information

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, exam 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 nespresso coffee, $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

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.