Shift Engineer

Join the Engineering team at Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort and Sunshine Coast Convention Centre, a large-scale hospitality and events precinct where technical expertise is essential to daily operations.

The property spans extensive landscaped grounds and includes 370+ guest rooms, multiple food and beverage outlets, a resort pool, an activity lagoon, and comprehensive back-of-house facilities. The adjoining Sunshine Coast Convention Centre accommodates up to 1,500 delegates and supports major national and international conferences, exhibitions, and live events, requiring a high standard of preventative and reactive maintenance across diverse building systems.

As part of the Accor Group, you will work within established engineering standards, compliance frameworks, and safety systems, alongside a skilled and collaborative team. This role offers exposure to a wide range of plant, equipment, and infrastructure, making it an excellent opportunity for a hands-on maintenance professional looking to further develop their technical skills within a complex, fast-paced operating environment.

As a Shift Engineer, you will play a key role in maintaining the safety, functionality, and presentation of the resort’s facilities. You will respond to maintenance requests, perform preventative maintenance, and support the smooth day-to-day operation of the property.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and repair work across guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house
• Respond promptly and professionally to guest maintenance requests
• Perform preventative maintenance to minimise downtime and ensure compliance
• Assist with basic electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical tasks
• Ensure all work complies with WHS regulations and resort standards
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and report major issues to management
• Participate in shift rotations, including weekends and public holidays as required

• Previous experience in a similar maintenance or engineering role, ideally within hospitality or resorts
• Relevant certifications (desirable but not essential)
• Strong problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Physically fit and capable of manual tasks
• Must have full Australian working rights

**This role is paid under the Hospitality Industry (General) Award 2020 with Monday-Friday pay rate starting from $30.68 per hour, Saturday pay rate: $38.35/hr, and Sunday pay rate: $46.01/hr (plus applicable penalty and public holiday rates)**

https://careers.accor.com/global/en/job/shift-engineer-in-novotel-sunshine-coast-resort-sunshine-coast-austr-jid-80031