Imagine using your hands-on maintenance skills to help keep an incredible aquarium running smoothly and looking its best. Does that sound like the kind of role where you will thrive? Would you like to work for one of the leading global companies in visitor entertainment?
We currently have a fantastic opportunity to join our team as a Maintenance Assistant at SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast.
About the Role
We are seeking a full-time Maintenance Assistant to join the SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast team. Working closely with the Head of Facilities and Operations team, you will provide essential maintenance support across the aquarium, helping to ensure our facilities, buildings, grounds and equipment are safe, functional and maintained to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist with the day-to-day maintenance of SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast and the implementation of ongoing maintenance programs.
Carry out general, corrective and preventative maintenance across facilities, buildings, grounds and equipment, including basic carpentry and plumbing tasks.
Maintain the interior and exterior of the building and building services, including lighting and painting.
Repair and maintain structures including showers, floors, sinks, walls and carpets.
Assist with the maintenance of pumps and provide support with displays and general maintenance.
Activate and deactivate building alarms and report mechanical malfunctions for action.
Assist external contractors and support the Operations team with operational requirements.
Inspect maintenance jobs to ensure they have been completed to the required specifications and standard.
Complete monthly and weekly equipment checks and assist with general maintenance and project tasks as required.
Support a safe environment by identifying, reporting and helping to resolve health and safety issues.
About You
You have a broad knowledge of building maintenance and enjoy getting hands-on with a variety of tasks.
You are energetic, flexible and proactive, with the ability to use your initiative and solve problems effectively.
You are a strong communicator who builds positive relationships and works well with different teams and external contractors.
You are reliable and resilient, with the ability to manage competing priorities and remain calm under pressure.
You take pride in maintaining high standards and are committed to health, safety and providing an exceptional experience for our guests.
Benefits
Corporate benefits including free access to all our attractions worldwide
Domestic and global opportunities to develop and progress your skills and career in tourism and attractions
Additional Leave (including birthday and wellbeing) and 3 volunteer days to give back to a social cause you care about
Opportunity to be involved with our Diversity & Inclusion initiatives, including our Reconciliation Action Plan
Being part of a business built onfun
About Us
Merlin Entertainments is the company behind iconic brands like SEA LIFE, Madame Tussauds, and Peppa Pig World of Play. We operate in over 140 attractions across 25 countries, delivering memorable experiences to 54 million+ visitors a year.
We’re the leading operator of visitor attractions in Australia and New Zealand, with 10 attractions, including SEA LIFE, WILDLIFE, Madame Tussauds, amongst others.
Merlin Entertainments is driven by a strong social responsibility with the vision to create a world where the global community respects, conserves, and sustainably manages our precious aquatic habitats, wildlife, and natural resources. We strive to achieve this goal through our 3 charities: Merlins Magic Wand, the SEA LIFE Trust, and the WILDLIFE Conservation Fund.
So, if you are vibrant and passionate about delivering an amazing service within a great company and in a team who loves what we do – then we want to hear from you!
Merlin Entertainments strongly encourages application from all background, including people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander decent.
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At Merlin we welcome the world to our magical attractions and resorts every day and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. Because at Merlin, everyone matters!
Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. Although we understand that we'll always be learning and growing, we aim to be the most inclusive and flexible employer in our industry.