✨ Join Our Housekeeping Team – Sofitel Sydney Wentworth ✨
Company
Accor
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
24 days ago
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Job Description
Company DescriptionWork in a beautiful luxury hotel in the heart of SydneyWelcome to Sofitel Sydney Wentworth – where history meets modern luxury. With 436 newly designed rooms, our team helps create a clean, comfortable, and welcoming space for every guest.We are growing our Housekeeping team and looking for friendly, reliable people to join us.Job DescriptionWe’re currently looking for Housekeepers, Room Attendants, and Housepersons to join our growing team!What You’ll DoClean and prepare guest roomsMake beds and refresh roomsKeep public areas clean and tidyRestock supplies and assist with linen and waste managementWork with your team to get rooms ready on timeQualificationsAbout YouPositive attitude and willing to learnLike to keep things clean and organisedEnjoy working in a teamCan work in a busy fast-paced environmentAvailable for different shiftsMust have the right to work in AustraliaAdditional InformationWhy Join Us?Full training provided – no experience neededFlexible job options: full-time, part-time and casualCompetitive payStaff benefits and hotel discounts worldwide (Accor hotels)Free uniform cleaning$2 barista coffee ☕$5 staff lunch ️Supportive and friendly teamStart Your Journey With UsLooking for a stable job, new skills, and a great team?Apply now to join our Recruitment Day – we’ll have a chat and send you an invitation!
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the award minimum hourly rate for welders under the Manufacturing Award in Australia from July 2026?
The Fair Work Ombudsman sets the minimum rate for a qualified welder at AU$29.75 per hour under the Manufacturing and Associated Industries and Occupations Award as of 1 July 2026. Casual welders receive a 25% loading on top of this base rate. Ordinary hours are capped at 38 per week with overtime paid at 1.5 times the rate after that threshold.
Which visa allows overseas welders to work in Australia in 2026 and what is the application fee?
The Department of Home Affairs requires welders to obtain a skills assessment and apply for the Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) which permits employment for up to four years. The visa application fee is AU$1,455 for the main applicant as of 2026. Applicants must demonstrate at least three years of relevant experience and achieve a minimum IELTS score of 5.0.
What qualification and experience level is required to work as a welder in Australia?
The Fair Work Ombudsman states that welders must hold a Certificate III in Engineering - Fabrication Trade or equivalent plus at least two years post-qualification experience to meet award classification level C10. Recognition of prior learning is accepted only when verified by a registered training organisation. No formal licence is mandated nationally but site-specific tickets are often required.
How many hours per week and how much annual leave do welders receive under Australian awards in 2026?
The Fair Work Ombudsman confirms welders work a standard 38 ordinary hours per week under the Manufacturing Award with four weeks of paid annual leave accruing each year. Leave loading of 17.5% applies when leave is taken. Additional personal leave of 10 days per year is provided on top of annual leave.
