The Executive Housekeeper leads the housekeeping department at Novotel Queenstown Lakeside, ensuring guest rooms, public areas and back-of-house spaces meet Accor’s cleanliness and presentation standards. Requirements typically include proven housekeeping leadership experience in a hotel, strong knowledge of cleaning procedures, rostering, inventory control, health and safety, and quality inspections. Experience with hotel property-management systems and staff training is beneficial. The successful candidate is expected to supervise and motivate the team, manage departmental budgets and supplies, coordinate with Front Office and Maintenance, respond professionally to guest concerns, and maintain efficient daily operations. Flexibility, attention to detail, practical leadership, and the ability to work weekends and public holidays are important.
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside is a well-known four-star hotel located near the shores of Lake Wakatipu in central Queenstown, one of New Zealand’s leading visitor destinations. It operates under Accor, a global hospitality group with a broad portfolio of hotel brands across economy, midscale, premium and luxury markets. Novotel hotels generally focus on comfortable accommodation, reliable service, food and beverage, and practical facilities for leisure and business travellers. The Queenstown property serves international visitors, domestic holidaymakers, conference guests and seasonal tourism demand. Working there offers exposure to a busy resort environment, multicultural teams and the operational standards of an international hotel company. Accor commonly provides structured training, employee benefits and opportunities to move between properties or brands, although specific benefits and employment conditions depend on the local contract.
New Zealand offers hospitality opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, tourism attractions and seasonal lodges, particularly in Queenstown, Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and the wider South Island. Queenstown is internationally known for adventure tourism, skiing, hiking and a lively visitor economy, but accommodation and living costs can be high. The culture is friendly, informal and diverse, with strong respect for work-life balance, public spaces and Māori heritage. Lifestyle options include outdoor sports, scenic travel and a generally safe environment. Visa options depend on nationality and circumstances; common routes include the Working Holiday Visa, Accredited Employer Work Visa and residence pathways for eligible skilled workers. Applicants should confirm current rules through Immigration New Zealand, secure an employment offer where required, budget for housing and transport, and arrange tax, banking and health-cover details before relocating.
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