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Room Attendant
Role summary
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The Room Attendant is responsible for cleaning and preparing guest rooms, bathrooms, corridors and other allocated areas to Accor’s hygiene and presentation standards. Duties include changing linen, replenishing amenities, reporting maintenance issues, handling cleaning equipment safely and respecting guest privacy. Candidates should be reliable, physically fit, well organised and able to work efficiently with attention to detail. Previous housekeeping or hotel experience is advantageous, although training may be provided. The role requires flexibility to work weekends, public holidays and varying shifts, as well as the ability to communicate professionally with guests and colleagues. A positive attitude, teamwork and consistent adherence to workplace health and safety procedures are expected.
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 international hospitality group operating hotels, resorts and serviced residences across more than 100 countries. Its portfolio includes well-known brands such as Sofitel, Pullman, Novotel, Mercure, ibis, Mantra and Fairmont, serving luxury, premium, midscale and economy markets. Accor focuses on guest service, responsible tourism, employee development and creating memorable experiences for travellers. In Australia, the group manages properties in major cities, regional destinations and resort locations, including Port Douglas in tropical Queensland. Employees typically work in multicultural teams and may receive access to training, career progression opportunities and staff benefits through Accor’s hospitality network. The Port Douglas role is likely connected with a resort environment where high standards of cleanliness, friendly service and care for the local natural surroundings are important.