Maintenance Assistant

General Information


Country/Region
New Zealand
Province/City
Northland
Hiring Entity
Rosewood Kauri Cliffs
Department
Security
Job Type
Fixed Term Contract
Job Description


Discover Your Calling – Join Us at Rosewood Kauri Cliffs

At Rosewood Kauri Cliffs, we do not just offer jobs, we offer a place to thrive, grow, and leave your mark.

Set along Northland’s breathtaking coastline and surrounded by native forest and three private beaches, our lodge is a sanctuary where relationship hospitality comes to life.

As part of the Rosewood Hotels & Resorts collection, we are a collective of passionate individuals driven by purpose and united by The Calling — our instinct to enrich lives through genuine connections and extraordinary experiences.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a hands-on and proactive Maintenance Assistant to join our team on a 26-week fixed-term contract starting as soon as possible.

In this role, you will support the Maintenance Manager to ensure the hotel buildings, grounds, vehicles, and equipment are maintained to the highest standard for both guests and associates.

Main Responsibilities

The Maintenance Assistant will support the day-to-day operation and upkeep of the property, including:

Property Maintenance

Carry out general maintenance and repair tasks across the hotel, staff accommodation and surrounding facilities
Assist with preventative maintenance programmes across buildings, plant, and equipment
Respond to maintenance requests from departments promptly and professionally
Operations Support

Ensure the smooth running and functionality of lodge infrastructure and equipment
Identify faults or maintenance issues and report them to the Maintenance Manager
Maintain tools, machinery and maintenance equipment in safe working condition
Grounds and Facility Support

Assist with upkeep of lodge grounds, walkways, and operational areas
Support general repairs including carpentry, painting, plumbing support, and minor building works
Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance

Drive and maintain company vehicles as required
Ensure vehicles and maintenance equipment are cleaned, maintained, and safe to operate
Health & Safety

Follow all company Health & Safety procedures and safe work practices
Identify hazards and report incidents, near misses, or safety concerns immediately
Ensure work areas are safe, tidy, and compliant with safety requirements
What you will bring

Along with your pride in workmanship and team approach, you will have:

Previous experience in a maintenance, handyperson, or property maintenance role
Trade experience or qualifications are advantageous
A practical and proactive “can-do” attitude
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
A high level of attention to detail
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
A full New Zealand driver’s licence
Reliable transport due to the remote location
Good physical fitness for hands-on work
Flexibility to work weekends and public holidays if required
What we offer in return

Competitive hourly pay
Delicious daily staff meals prepared by our culinary team
Daily travel allowance
Access to our Staff Benefits Programme
Supportive leadership and development opportunities
The opportunity to work in one of Aotearoa’s most stunning locations

Due to our remote location, applicants must have reliable transport and valid working rights in New Zealand.

Bring your true self. Curate the extraordinary. Leave your legacy.

If this sounds like you, APPLY TODAY and help us Make the Place.

About Us


Welcome to The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs, a luxury lodge in the Bay of Islands where you can discover the beauty of panoramic views across the untouched coastline and deep blue ocean.
Sophisticated and elegant, The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs glows in morning light as the sun rises to reveal panoramic views across the Pacific. Resting on an unspoilt coastline where high cliffs nestle into three pristine private beaches, Kauri Cliffs is experiential travel at its best.

Named the number one resort in Australia and New Zealand by Travel + Leisure, Kauri Cliffs is a leisure travellers dream. Activities abound with the David Harman-designed golf course, immersive local heritage tours, bountiful fishing, and bush walks, mountain biking, quad biking and spa sanctuary hidden within native forest.