Maintenance Officer

The Calile, a family-owned luxury hotel operated by TFE Hotels, has been a benchmark for outstanding hospitality since its opening in 2018. Now in its eighth year, we are proud to be named No. 83 in The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2026 extended 51–100 list, marking its fourth consecutive year of global recognition. This achievement, along with earning a One Michelin Guide key and being listed among Tatler Asia’s Best Hotels 2025, reflects the dedication of our passionate team.

Our mission statement for The Calile is simple yet ambitious: to deliver the best hotel experience in Australia. From large gestures to the finest details, we are driven to delight our guests. We strive to deliver an authentic, unpretentious experience, building genuine relationships with our guests so they will not consider staying elsewhere when they return to Brisbane or Australia.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Officer to join our hotel’s maintenance team full-time. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a hotel, commercial property, or apartment complex and will be responsible for the hotel's general upkeep and maintenance to ensure a high standard of presentation and functionality.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the presentation and cleanliness of guest rooms and public areas.
• Perform both preventative and reactive maintenance tasks.
• Carry out various maintenance duties, including carpentry, tiling, painting, plastering, plumbing, and general property repairs.
• Complete scheduled weekly and monthly maintenance projects.
• Ensure all work complies with local safety regulations and hotel standards.

About You

• Trade qualification preferred, particularly in carpentry or plumbing, though relevant hands-on experience will be considered.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Professional presentation with the ability to interact with guests when required.
• Availability to work weekends on a rotating schedule.

If you have a keen eye for detail, strong problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to maintenance, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity to contribute to the smooth operation of our hotel.

Benefits

• Growth and Development opportunities with an expanding global brand.
• Reward Gateway (Archie) discounts with over 1000 retailers.
• Discounted on-site parking - $7 flat rate.
• Discounted food and beverage at all TFE outlets.
• Unlimited complimentary barista coffee whilst on duty.
• Global TFE-wide discounted accommodation for staff members, friends, and family (including The Calile Hotel).
• James Street Precinct retailer discounts.
• Inclusive and collaborative working culture that encourages diversity in thinking and idea generation.

As a Calile team member, you will become part of a close-knit team contributing to one of Brisbane’s most recognised hotels. We approach our work with honesty, integrity, and care, creating genuine experiences for our guests while supporting one another to do our best work. Developed by a local Brisbane family, The Calile is committed to continuous training, development, succession planning, and career guidance because we know investing in our people makes our hotel a better place to stay and work.

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