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Housekeeping Attendant
Role summary
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The Housekeeping Attendant is responsible for cleaning and preparing guest rooms, bathrooms, public areas and other hotel facilities to Accor’s presentation and hygiene standards. Duties include changing linen, replenishing amenities, reporting maintenance issues and responding courteously to guest requests. Candidates should be reliable, physically fit and comfortable working on their feet, bending and lifting. Good attention to detail, time management and teamwork are essential. Previous hotel or cleaning experience is helpful but may not be mandatory, as training is commonly provided. Weekend, evening and public-holiday availability is generally expected, together with a professional attitude and commitment to guest satisfaction.
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, Fairmont and Raffles, covering luxury, premium, midscale and economy accommodation. Accor employs people in guest services, food and beverage, housekeeping, sales, administration and hotel management. The company promotes multicultural workplaces, professional development and opportunities to move between properties and countries. In Australia, Accor operates hotels in major cities, regional destinations and resort locations. Employees generally work in fast-paced teams focused on cleanliness, guest comfort, safety and consistent service standards. Benefits and conditions vary by property, position and applicable Australian employment awards.