GROUNDS/ HANDY PERSON | NSW | Spicers

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GROUNDS / HANDYPERSON | NSW | Spicers

• Be part of the pre-opening team in the stunning Hunter Valley
• Lead the team to success at our newest and largest retreat
• Incredible team benefits ~ come and see what Spicers is all about!

The opportunity:

As the Grounds / Handyperson of Spicers Guest House, you will be a hands-on leader who delights in providing guests with bespoke experiences. Engaging and driving your team to ensure seamless operations will be integral to delivering an exceptional guest experience – each and every time.  A new and exciting opportunity to help get this new property off the ground and launch your team and Guest House towards success.

Reporting to the General Manager of Spicers Guest House, you will be responsible for ensuring the property is maintained “as new” and to the highest quality standard that Spicers’ properties are renowned for. Duties will range from managing the upkeep of the property’s lawns, gardens and general outdoor areas and facilities, as well as the day to day maintenance tasks. This role is suited to a landscaping professional who also has the initiative to assess general repair issues and work with suppliers to maintain the property.

 The reward:

At Spicers Retreats we LOVE our people and are committed to supporting them to achieve their goals by offering the essential ingredients and winning recipes for success, you just provide the passion! We regularly celebrate our triumphs with great food, fine wine and good humour at our quarterly ‘Spice Days’ and Annual gala Awards Night.

Aside from our festivities, your hard work and dedication will be recognised and rewarded through:

• Our industry leading benefit of a 6 monthly complimentary stay – to be used at any of our Retreats or to get active on our Scenic Rim Trail walk!
• Thoughtful mentoring, training and support from a warm and encouraging team environment.
• Genuine opportunities for progression across our business, including to other Retreats and Activities.
• Generous discounts at our award winning retreats and activities for our accommodation, restaurants, spa, mountain bike park and walk.
• Access to discounts on flights, accommodation, entertainment, tours and cruises through our travel partner, Travelwise.

Spicers Retreats is committed to sustainability and conservation. We have a sustainability plan and our teams work hard to make improvements every day. Caring for the environment and each other is part of our ethos and we are continually seeking like minded people to join our team. Examples of our initiatives include green teams at every retreat and collaborating with EarthCheck to reduce our waste, water and electricity. 

About you:

Spicers Retreats greatly value dedicated hospitality professionals who demonstrate a generosity of spirit. We seek committed and passionate talent who demonstrate our core values of Happy, Humble and Smart!

To be considered for this role, you will also have:

• Experience working within a grounds/horticulture/landscaping role;
• The ability to work effectively on your own and as part of a team;
• A good eye for detail and pride in your work;
• Experience managing your departmental costs working within a set budget;
• The ability to manage time and tasks working within the needs of the business;
• Experience managing external contractors and booking in trade services as required;
• A personable and professional disposition with the willingness to go above and beyond;
• Lawn and garden maintenance experience with the ability to operate garden machinery (ride on mower, whipper snipper, hedge trimmer, chain saw);
• Basic electrical knowledge, (changing light bulbs, kitchen equipment);
• Plumbing knowledge (bathroom repairs);
• Basic carpentry skills (ability to fix doors, hinges);
• Basic paintwork skills (painting of walls to refresh rooms);
• Outdoor Pool & Spa Knowledge (ability to test pools daily, add chemicals as required, understanding of pool pumps and systems);
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written;
• A proactive approach and positive attitude;
• Willingness to work weekends and evenings as required;
• .… and most importantly, a genuine passion for ‘everything hospitality’ – good food, great wine and awesome experiences!

About us:

Spicers Retreats boasts a collection of spectacular, award winning properties set in multiple locations throughout South East Queensland and New South Wales.  Our luxury retreats are notorious for providing an unforgettable experience complete with gourmet cuisine, attentive service and refined comfort. 

Spicers Guest House, is our impeccable new property to join the Spicers family. It has been an important destination within the Hunter Valley region for nearly 35 years. Over that time both locals and guests have created fond memories of their experiences there. The 18-month renovation of the property aligns it with the quintessentially Australian and relaxed luxury experience of Spicers Retreats. While the upgrade will reflect a fresh contemporary facelift, the comfortable and welcoming spirit of the original Guest House will be preserved.

 To apply:

1. Check out our instagram pages: @spicersretreats
2. Like our Facebook Careers page: https://www.facebook.com/spicersretreatscareers/
3. Tell us “what you will bring to the table” and submit your application by clicking apply now.