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Building Manager
Role summary
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The Building Manager is responsible for the safe, efficient and well-maintained operation of the property and its buildings. Requirements typically include facilities or building-management experience, knowledge of preventative maintenance, contractor coordination, workplace health and safety, compliance, budgeting and basic building services. Trade qualifications or relevant technical experience are advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to be practical, organised and responsive, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage contractors, maintenance requests and emergency situations. Experience in hotels, resorts or other high-occupancy properties would be valuable, along with a customer-focused attitude and the ability to work independently.
Can I work in Australia?
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How it works
How it works: Only Core Skills list jobs (chef, cook, hotel manager) can be sponsored, at AUD 79,423 a year or more; waiters and room attendants are not on the list.
Watch for: The Far North Queensland (Cairns) regional agreement lists waiter, bar and housekeeping supervisors and night auditors, with a pay floor 10% lower.
Official source: Federal Register of Legislation: Core Skills Occupation List for the Skills in Demand visa (Migration (Specification of Occupations, Subclass 482 Visa) Instrument 2024, LIN 24/089, compilation of 7 November 2025). Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Australia
Usual for Australia, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Island resorts rent staff a room in a staff village at low cost; city hotels vary |
|---|---|
| Meals | Island resorts: staff dining at low set prices or 20% off; city hotels vary |
| Flights | Varies by employer |
| Service charge | None; tipping is not expected; casuals get 25% extra and weekends earn penalty rates (by law) |
| Contract | Permanent, part-time or casual; probation of up to 6 months is common; sponsored visa up to 4 years |
| Leave | Full-time and part-time: 4 weeks' leave, 10 paid sick days, paid public holidays (by law); casuals none |
| Income tax | Residents: 0% to AUD 18,200, 15% to 45,000, 30% to 135,000, 37% to 190,000, then 45%; plus 2% Medicare levy |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Accor
Accor is a major global hospitality group operating hotels, resorts and serviced accommodation across numerous international markets. Its portfolio includes brands such as Fairmont, Sofitel, Pullman, Novotel, Mercure, ibis and many others, covering luxury, premium, midscale and economy segments. Accor focuses on creating welcoming guest experiences while maintaining high standards in operations, sustainability, safety and service. In Australia, the company manages and franchises properties in metropolitan, regional and resort destinations. Employees may benefit from structured training, international career opportunities, staff travel programs and access to Accor’s loyalty and professional development initiatives. The organisation employs people across hotel operations, food and beverage, facilities, sales, finance and corporate support. The Building Manager role would support the reliable operation, presentation and compliance of an Accor property in Coffs Harbour.