Pools and Ponds Manager - InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef

Negotiable
Experience
Unlimited
Job Type
Full Time
Location
Canada, Barrie
Job Description

About
us

As the world’s largest family
of luxury hotels, we all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of
the InterContinental® brand.

Shaped by decades
of international know-how and local insights, our passion for luxury travel
spans cultures and customs. Inspiring us to create warm and sophisticated
experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world. Each of our
hotels cultivates a distinctive style and ambience where we embrace every
opportunity to give our guests a personal and enriching
experience.

The InterContinental
Hayman 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 our diverse and family friendly
environment, and welcome applicants with primary school aged children as our
island offers a State Primary School. 

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0cm;">The resort features 182 elegantly designed guest rooms, suites, and villas
across four distinct accommodation wings, surrounded by glistening pools,
panoramic seascapes and lush tropical gardens. Together with our five distinct
restaurants and bars alongside a bespoke collection of destination-inspired
private dining experiences, InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef, offers
unrivalled luxury resort experiences.

 

style="color: rgb(28, 28, 28); font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif;"> style="border: 1pt none windowtext; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 107%; padding:
0cm;">About the Role

This is
a unique opportunity to oversee the iconic pools and pond facilities on
the island. As part of the Engineering team, you will support our technicians
and own the upkeep and maintenance of the resort pools and fountains, ensuring
they are functioning like clockwork.

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

In addition
to maintenance tasks, be an approachable and helpful and supportive leader
to the team, 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.

 

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0cm;">What we need from you

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  • style="color: rgb(28, 28, 28); font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif;"> style="border: 1pt none windowtext; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 107%; padding:
    0cm;">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.  

  • style="margin-bottom: 0cm;">A valid Queensland driver’s license
    is essential, along with a Queensland safety induction White
    Card. 

  • style="color: rgb(28, 28, 28); font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif;"> style="border: 1pt none windowtext; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 107%; padding:
    0cm;">Previous experience with pool maintenance and equipment, including pumps
    and testing tools, essential, 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" 
  • style="color: rgb(28, 28, 28); margin-bottom: 0cm;">Have experience in the operation
    of commercial plantroom filtration and dosing equipment
    style="color: rgb(28, 28, 28); margin-bottom: 0cm;">Have experience in the use of Spin
    Touch, Palin and or Lovibond pool water testing equipment
    style="color: rgb(28, 28, 28); margin-bottom: 0cm;">Have reasonable computer skills
    for entering data into a dedicated database
    style="color: rgb(28, 28, 28); margin-bottom: 0cm;">Be flexible on work hours and days
    as this role could include weekends
  • Cert III in Swimming Pool and Spa Service
    (essential) – cert IV highly regarded.
  • Complete understanding of A/S and regulations
    pertaining to the safe, commercial use of pools and application and supervision
    of standards.
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    What
    we offer

      style="color: rgb(28, 28, 28);">World class Staff Facilities including
      excellent accommodation, a dedicated staff pool, staff beach, two gyms, bar,
      diner, laundry, boutique shop and more.
    • style="border: 1pt none windowtext; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 107%; padding:
      0cm;">An exciting and ever-changing Colleague Event Calendar filled with
      an abundance of recreational activities such as tennis, yoga, meditation,
      Pilates, group bushwalks, cooking classes, BBQ’s, markets and much
      more.
    • style="font-family: Helvetica, sans-serif;">Extensive career
      development opportunities with dedicated onsite trainers and an abundance
      of professional development including multi-hire programs, skills training
      and online IHG courses.
    • 6300 Hotels
      & Resorts across the world with a strong talent program to develop and grow
      your career!

     

    How
    to Apply

    Please visit our Careers Page for all details regarding
    living and working on Hayman Island at: href="https://haymanisland.intercontinental.com/careers">https://haymanisland.intercontinental.com/careers

    or
    click the ‘Apply Now’ button.

    We also invite you to learn more
    by following our social channels:

    • Facebook via @ICHIRcareers and Instagram via
      @ihg_australia_careers