Public Area Attendant

Job Description

The Public Area Attendant keeps guest-facing areas clean, presentable and safe, including lobbies, corridors, lifts, public bathrooms and other hotel facilities. Duties may include vacuuming, mopping, dusting, replenishing supplies, removing waste, cleaning glass and reporting maintenance or safety issues. The role generally requires good physical fitness, attention to detail, reliable time management and the ability to work independently or as part of a housekeeping team. Candidates should provide friendly service, follow hygiene and workplace safety procedures, maintain professional standards and be available for early mornings, evenings, weekends or public holidays. Previous hotel or cleaning experience is helpful, although training may be provided.

Company Info

Novotel Melbourne Preston is part of Accor, a major international hospitality group operating hotels, resorts and serviced residences across many countries. Novotel is Accor’s midscale brand, designed for both business and leisure travellers, with a focus on comfortable accommodation, practical facilities, welcoming service and family-friendly experiences. The Preston hotel offers contemporary rooms, dining and event facilities, and access to Melbourne’s northern suburbs. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment where teamwork, guest satisfaction, cleanliness and safety are important. Accor promotes internal career development, learning opportunities and mobility across its hotel brands. Depending on the role, staff may also receive benefits such as employee accommodation discounts, food and beverage discounts, training and opportunities to progress within the wider hospitality group.

Destination Guide

Australia offers hospitality, housekeeping, cleaning, food service and tourism jobs in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, regional resorts and coastal destinations. Workplace culture is generally informal, respectful and team-oriented, with strong expectations around punctuality, safety, guest service and fair employment conditions. Lifestyle varies from busy city living to relaxed beach and regional communities; Melbourne is known for cafés, arts, sport and changing weather. International workers usually need an appropriate visa, such as a Working Holiday visa, student visa with work rights, employer-sponsored visa or skilled visa. Check current requirements with the Australian Department of Home Affairs, as age limits and work conditions apply. Before relocating, arrange accommodation, tax file registration, a bank account, health insurance and realistic transport plans. Melbourne’s public transport makes Preston relatively accessible, though costs can be high.