Room Attendant (Summer Placement)

Role summary

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The Room Attendant (Summer Placement) is responsible for cleaning and servicing guest rooms, bathrooms, corridors and other assigned areas at The Westin Melbourne. Duties typically include changing linen, replenishing amenities, vacuuming, dusting, reporting maintenance issues and following hotel hygiene and safety standards. Candidates should be reliable, well presented, physically fit and comfortable standing, bending and lifting during shifts. Previous housekeeping or hospitality experience is helpful but may not be essential for a summer placement. The role requires attention to detail, efficient time management, a positive attitude and the ability to work independently as well as within a team. Flexibility to work weekends, public holidays and varying shifts is generally expected.

About the employer

The Westin Melbourne is a premium hotel in central Melbourne, known for its focus on wellbeing, attentive service and comfortable accommodation. It forms part of Westin Hotels & Resorts, an international Marriott Bonvoy brand with properties worldwide. The hotel serves leisure travellers, business guests, conference delegates and visitors attending events in Melbourne. Its operations include guest rooms and suites, dining venues, meeting and event facilities, fitness and wellness services, and guest support departments such as housekeeping and front office. Employees work in a professional, guest-focused environment that values teamwork, high presentation standards and personalised service. As part of Marriott International, the hotel may provide structured training, employee benefits, career development opportunities and access to global hospitality networks, subject to the specific employment arrangement and eligibility requirements.

Working in Australia

Australia is a large island continent with strong opportunities in hotels, restaurants, tourism, aged care, construction, healthcare, farming and skilled trades. Melbourne offers a multicultural urban lifestyle, excellent cafés, sport, arts and public transport, although rent and living costs can be high. Australian workplaces generally value punctuality, safety, teamwork, clear communication and a relaxed but professional culture. Common temporary pathways include the Working Holiday visa subclass 417 and Work and Holiday visa subclass 462, while employer-sponsored and student visas have different conditions. Check current rules, age limits, nationality requirements and work-hour restrictions with the Department of Home Affairs. Before relocating, arrange suitable visa approval, funds, travel insurance, accommodation and a tax file number. Melbourne’s climate is changeable, so pack for cool winters and warm summers. Regional areas may offer lower living costs and additional hospitality or agricultural work opportunities.