Residence Handyperson - InterContinental Hayman Island Resort

About Us

The InterContinental Hayman Island Resort will immerse you in the wonders of the Whitsundays, working in a five-star luxury environment which offers amazing career growth opportunities, professional training & development and provides a one-of-a-kind experience living and working in a tropical island paradise.  We pride ourselves on a diverse and family friendly environment, and welcome applicants with primary school aged children as our island offers a State Primary School. 

Your day to day

Keeping our hotel running smoothly is vital to our guest's experience – as part of the Engineering team you’ll be responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the Hayman Estates.

With naturally high standards to support our own, you’ll approach every task with devotion and pride.

Your day to day will include basic repairs including but not limited to painting, plumbing, plastering, tiling and cabinetry as required from property to property, assisting the Estates Gardner with the upkeep of each property and common areas including pools, organising supplies and completion of weekly property checks in line with the preventative maintenance program and work health safety procedures.

What we need from you

We are seeking enthusiastic and professional team players who know how to deliver great service and exceed guest expectations.

The successful applicant will have:


* Relevant industry knowledge or a trade related background with knowledge surrounding the day-to-day upkeep of residential pools and associated plants highly desirable.


* Can complete repairs including but not limited to painting, plumbing, plastering, tiling and cabinetry.


* Landscaping or gardening experience highly desirable.


* Physically fitness – you’ll be on your feet most of the day and will need to bend and kneel a lot.


* Must hold a current valid and full drivers licence

What we offer


* World class Staff Facilities including excellent Subsidised Accommodation with dedicated facilities including a pool, beach area, two gyms, bar, buffet diner, laundry, movie room, corner store and sports fields


* An exciting and ever-changing Staff Activities Calendar filled with an abundance of recreational activities such as tennis, yoga, meditation, hikes, markets, crafts and much more.


* Extensive Career Development opportunities with dedicated onsite trainers and an abundance of professional development including multi-hire programs, skills training, and optional courses.


* IHG Australia’s myBenefits program including paid birthday leave, wellbeing hub, employee room rates, service recognition celebrations & myPerks platform with an extensive list of lifestyle and retail discounts from over 400 of Australia and New Zealand’s most popular reta