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Handyperson
Role summary
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The Handyperson supports the hotel’s maintenance team by completing general repairs, preventative maintenance and basic building, plumbing, electrical, painting and carpentry tasks. The role typically requires practical trade or maintenance experience, sound problem-solving skills, attention to detail and the ability to work safely around guests and colleagues. Candidates should be reliable, physically capable, well organised and comfortable responding to maintenance requests promptly. Experience in a hotel or commercial property is advantageous. A relevant trade qualification, maintenance experience, knowledge of workplace health and safety procedures and the ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends or public holidays, may be expected. Good communication and a customer-focused attitude are important.
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-apartment properties across more than 100 countries. Its portfolio includes brands such as Sofitel, Pullman, Novotel, Mercure, ibis and Mövenpick, covering luxury, premium, midscale and economy accommodation. Accor focuses on creating welcoming guest experiences while providing career opportunities across hotel operations, food and beverage, engineering, sales and corporate services. The company promotes professional development through its internal learning programs and often offers employee benefits, including hotel discounts and opportunities to work across its global network. This position is associated with Accor’s Sydney Airport operations in Mascot, an important commercial and transport hub close to Sydney Airport.