Facilities and Maintenance Manager

Role summary

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The Facilities and Maintenance Manager is responsible for the safe, reliable and efficient operation of all building services, plant, equipment and guest facilities at Avani Broadbeach Residences. Candidates should have relevant qualifications or strong experience in hotel, residential or commercial facilities management, with knowledge of preventive maintenance, contractors, budgets, compliance, workplace health and safety, and Australian regulations. The role requires practical problem-solving skills, sound technical judgement, excellent communication and the ability to lead suppliers or maintenance staff. The successful candidate is expected to respond promptly to faults, maintain high presentation standards, manage maintenance schedules and projects, control costs, support sustainability initiatives and deliver a comfortable, secure experience for guests and residents.

About the employer

Avani Broadbeach Residences is a contemporary apartment-style accommodation property on Queensland’s Gold Coast, close to Broadbeach’s beaches, restaurants, shopping and entertainment precincts. It operates under Minor Hotels, an international hospitality group with a broad portfolio of hotels, resorts and serviced residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Australia and other regions. Avani is positioned as a modern, design-conscious brand offering comfortable accommodation and thoughtful service for leisure and business travellers. At Broadbeach, the property combines residential-style facilities with hotel operational standards, creating a varied environment for engineering, guest services and property operations professionals. Employees generally work within a multicultural hospitality organisation that values service quality, teamwork, operational efficiency and guest satisfaction. The role offers exposure to both accommodation operations and the technical management of a prominent Gold Coast property.

Working in Australia

Australia is a large mainland country rather than an island, with strong employment opportunities in hospitality, tourism, construction, facilities management, healthcare, technology and trades. The Gold Coast is a popular lifestyle destination offering beaches, warm weather, outdoor activities and a relaxed but busy tourism economy. Australian workplaces are generally practical, multicultural and direct, with emphasis on safety, reliability, customer service and work-life balance. Living costs, especially rent, can be high in coastal areas, so salary and accommodation should be considered carefully. Skilled workers may explore employer-sponsored visas, the Temporary Skill Shortage visa, skilled migration pathways or working holiday options where eligible. Requirements depend on nationality, occupation, qualifications, English ability and sponsorship. Candidates should confirm current visa rules through the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Relocation planning should include health insurance, tax registration, banking, local transport and verification of trade or technical qualifications.