Pools & Ponds Technician - InterContinental Great Barrier Reef

at  InterContinental

ABOUT US

IHG Hotels & Resorts is one of the world’s leading hotel companies with around 350,000 colleagues working across more than 100 countries. As part of the IHG team, our people help our guests create amazing memories and deliver our purpose of providing True Hospitality for Good.
The InterContinental Hayman Island Great Barrier Reef 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
Perform routine inspections, maintenance, and adjustments on all resort pools and water features to ensure their optimal functioning. Monitor and maintain water quality by checking and adjusting the chemical balance as necessary, promptly addressing any issues that may arise. Conduct regular maintenance on valves, taps, hoses, and related equipment to keep everything in top condition. Uphold safety and cleanliness standards throughout the resort to provide a pleasant environment for both guests and staff.
In addition to maintenance tasks, be an approachable and helpful team member, offering support to both guests and colleagues. Identify and implement preventative maintenance measures to enhance overall efficiency and minimize downtime. By proactively addressing potential issues, contribute to the smooth operation of the resort’s water features and ensure a consistently high standard of service for all.
What we need from you
We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable team player who takes pride in maintaining high standards and delivering seamless guest experiences. You’ll need to relocate and live on Hayman Island, Queensland, and bring a hands-on approach to your work.

A valid Queensland driver’s license is essential, along with a Queensland safety induction White Card. Previous experience with pool maintenance and equipment, including pumps and testing tools, is highly desirable, and you should be physically fit to handle the demands of the role.

• Be the holder of or be willing to obtain a valid “Pool Operators Plantroom Certificate”
• Have experience in the operation of commercial plantroom filtration and dosing equipment
• Have experience in the use of Spin Touch, Palin and or Lovibond pool water testing equipment
• Have reasonable computer skills for entering data into a dedicated database
• Be flexible on work hours and days as this role could include weekends

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 retailers.

• Be the holder of or be willing to obtain a valid “Pool Operators Plantroom Certificate”
• Have experience in the operation of commercial plantroom filtration and dosing equipment
• Have experience in the use of Spin Touch, Palin and or Lovibond pool water testing equipment
• Have reasonable computer skills for entering data into a dedicated database
• Be flexible on work hours and days as this role could include weekend