Maintenance Technician
Job Description
Join the team at Millennium Hotel Rotorua and play a key role in keeping our property operating at its best.
If you're hands-on, solutions-focused, and enjoy variety in your day, this is your opportunity to step into a stable, full-time role with a respected hotel brand.
What you will be doing
Carry out fault finding and repairs across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems
Maintain guest rooms and public areas to a high standard, including fixtures, fittings, and finishes
Respond promptly to maintenance requests from guests and team members
Monitor contractor work to ensure quality and compliance
Complete work orders accurately and within required timeframes
Perform preventative maintenance to minimise downtime and disruptions
Conduct regular inspections and proactively identify issues
About the Role
You’ll bring at least 2–3 years’ experience in maintenance, ideally within a hotel or commercial property environment. Experience across trades such as electrical, plumbing, mechanical, or joinery will set you up for success.
We’re also looking for someone who:
Has a strong customer focus and communicates well
Is practical, reliable, and solutions-oriented
Can work independently while contributing to a team
Is hands-on and resourceful, with good judgement on when to escalate
Skills & Experience
We’re looking for a Maintenance professional with at least 2 - 3 years’ experience, ideally with skills or exposure to joinery, electrical, plumbing or mechanical trades in a Hotel environment.
A trade qualification is beneficial but not needed, and previous hotel or commercial property experience is preferred as this will help you to hit the ground running in this role.
You’ll also bring:
A friendly, customer-focused attitude with strong communication skills
Physical fitness and a practical, logical approach to problem-solving
The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment
Handy at most things, but knows when to call in the experts
No two days are the same in this varied role, making it perfect for someone who enjoys variety and taking pride in their work.
What We Offer
$27–$29 per hour (depending on experience)
Guaranteed 40 hours per week
Discounted hotel accommodation nationwide
Meals provided while on duty
Discounted health insurance
Career development and progression opportunities
A supportive team environment within a leading hotel brand
Submit your CV via the ‘Apply Now’ button. We look forward to meeting you!
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