Painter - Cordis, Auckland
About Langham Hospitality Group
A wholly-owned subsidiary of Great Eagle Holdings, Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) comprises a family of distinctive brands, including The Langham Hotels and Resorts, Cordis Hotels and Resorts, Eaton Workshop and Ying’nFlo. With over 40 hotels and residences in operation or development, LHG has a global footprint that extends across Asia, Europe, North America, Australasia and the Middle East.
Positioned in the heart of Auckland's vibrant arts and culture district, Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group is an award-winning luxury hotel with a large team of passionate professionals building great memories for our guests every day. With 642 beautifully appointed guest rooms and 20 flexible meeting spaces, the hotel has been part of Auckland’s landscape for decades. By joining our team, you'll play a vital role in fostering the long-term growth of New Zealand’s Leading Hotel (World Travel Awards 2024) and contribute to delivering unparalleled guest experiences. With great perks and a welcoming work culture, Cordis, Auckland delivers an inspirational environment to grow and develop your skills on your hospitality journey.
Painter | Permanent Full Time | 40 hours a week | Monday to Sunday morning shift and evening shift
(Please note that you must already have work rights in New Zealand to be considered for this role)
At Cordis, Auckland, creating memorable guest experiences is at the heart of what we do. Every detail matters, and the presentation and upkeep of our hotel plays a big part in creating the standard our guests expect. Our Engineering team works behind the scenes to keep the hotel safe, functional and looking its best. We are now looking for a Full-Time Painter / Decorator to join the team and take responsibility for painting, decorating, refurbishment and general maintenance work throughout the property.
The role covers much more than simply applying a fresh coat of paint. You’ll work across interior and exterior areas, wall coverings, furniture refurbishment, plastering, ceiling repairs and other general maintenance tasks as required.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
- Completing interior painting and plastering across walls, ceilings, floors, fittings and other hotel areas
- Carrying out exterior painting and plastering, including external walls, pillars, pool areas and roofs
- Preparing surfaces and completing painting work to a high standard
- Repairing damaged walls and wall coverings
- Replacing wall coverings in project areas when required
- Maintaining painted ceilings and completing minor repairs to textured surfaces
- Supporting furniture renovation and refurbishment, including dismantling, stripping, recoating and looking after upholstery where required
- Completing limited sign-writing, including directional and control markings
- Assisting with general repairs and maintenance throughout the hotel
- Carrying out planned preventative maintenance
- Keeping accurate daily records of completed work
- Coordinating materials, equipment and PPE required for upcoming work
- Maintaining a clean, tidy and safe work area
- Working with and supervising external contractors when required
- Supporting the wider Engineering team with additional tasks when needed
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for someone who takes genuine pride in their workmanship and understands that small details can make a big difference to the overall presentation of a luxury hotel.
You’ll be comfortable managing your own workload and working independently, while also being happy to jump in and support the wider Engineering team.
You’ll ideally bring:
- At least 5 years previous painting and decorating experience
- Strong practical skills and attention to detail
- A high standard of workmanship
- Confidence working independently and managing assigned tasks
- A proactive approach and willingness to take initiative
- Good time management and the ability to prioritise
- Strong communication skills and a positive, team-focused attitude
- Flexibility to work rostered shifts, including weekends
- A strong understanding of workplace health and safety
- The ability to work safely with painting products, chemicals, equipment and PPE
- A professional approach when working in guest-facing areas
- Reliability, integrity and a strong work ethic
What we offer
- Discounts on dining and accommodation
- Free nights at our overseas hotels
- Staff meals provided
- Discounted parking ($6 per day)
- Freshly pressed uniform provided each shift
- Milestone Service benefits
- Opportunities to grow your career within Langham Hospitality Group
- Be proud to work at New Zealand’s largest hotel
We’re looking for someone who notices the details, takes ownership of their work and enjoys seeing the finished result. If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join the Engineering team at Cordis, Auckland.
