Job Description
About EVT:
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Rydges Hobart is part of EVT, one of Australasia's market-leading experience creators offering careers that can take you wherever you want to go across entertainment, ventures, and travel. In a world of cookie cutter experiences, here at EVT we believe in changing the game. It's why we all call ourselves Daymakers - because each day is a chance to add the wow factor for our customers and continually grow in our own careers.
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Proudly owned and operated in Australia and Current Zealand, Rydges offers refreshingly local stays in city, regional and resort-style hotels. We're not just in the neighbourhood, we're part of it. Every hotel is designed for ease, connection and quality. From check-in to check-out, our local heroes bring a can-do attitude and "too easy" service. Whether it's for work or a well-earned break, our place feels like home with the charm of somewhere new. Join us to help make every moment memorable.
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EVT has an endless range of roles and career paths to explore across over 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award-winning restaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo, Independent Collection and Australia's most loved year-round alpine resort, Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few. Once you're in, there's no limit on where your career could take you.
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About the Role
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This role is predominantly gardening-focused, with around 75% of your time spent on gardening duties from September to May (9 months). During winter (June – August), gardening demands ease and you'll shift into general Handy Person duties to support the wider maintenance team.
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Key Responsibilities
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Maintain hotel gardens and outdoor grounds to a high standard, including planting, pruning, mowing, watering and general landscaping upkeep (predominant focus, Sept – May).




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During winter months (June – Aug), pivot to Handy Person duties - executing timely, quality repairs across hotel facilities and responding rapidly to work requests and service calls.
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Show initiative - you don't wait to be told. Spot defects, log work, and proactively maintain our grounds, equipment and public areas.
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Provide warm, friendly service to guests, quickly addressing their needs, and providing assistance to other departments.
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Ensure a clean and safe working environment and operate with a full knowledge of all WH&S; guidelines.
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Report urgent or dangerous facility matters directly to management and expertly coordinate with outside trades for complex issues.
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What You'll Bring
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Proven experience in gardening and grounds maintenance (planting, lawn care, pruning, general landscaping).
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Proven ability in routine maintenance and minor repairs (e.g., plumbing, electrical, basic carpentry, general facility upkeep) to support winter Handy Person duties.
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An enthusiastic, service-oriented approach that aligns with our goal to make the connection.
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The ability to work independently, manage your tasks, and log your work accurately.
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Unwavering commitment to maintaining a safe work environment for yourself, your team, and our guests.
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How You Work
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Daymaker ethos — no one's too big for the small things.
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Inclusive leader — values diverse perspectives; builds belonging.
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Perks from Day One
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As part of EVT, you unlock Elevate Perks from your first day. Parity for all levels - no ivory towers.
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50% off dining and stays across EVT hotels – QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo and more.
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$2 movie tickets + discounts on Gold Class, Moonlight Cinema and Candy Bar.
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Seasonal perks at Thredbo.
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Rapid career growth across our hotel & entertainment network.
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Paid parental leave; community & volunteering opportunities.
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📌 Handyperson - Rydges Hobart
🏢 EVT - Entertainment | Ventures | Travel
📍 Hobart