Utilities and House Keeping Manager
Utilities and House Keeping Manager
- Great working hours and competitive salary
- Key role managing a diverse, experienced stewarding and cleaning team
- Quality support and direction from Senior Managers within AVM
Are you a hands-on leader who takes pride in keeping things clean, organised and running smoothly?
Adelaide Venue Management (AVM) is looking for an experienced Utilities and Housekeeping Manager to lead our Cleaning and Stewarding teams at the Adelaide Convention Centre.
Adelaide Venue Management (AVM) is South Australia’s leading provider of venue management services. It is responsible for operating three of Adelaide’s most iconic venues: Adelaide Convention Centre (ACC), Adelaide Entertainment Centre (AEC), and Coopers Stadium (CS), in addition to functions and events at The Drive (TD).
As South Australia’s home of business events, Adelaide Convention Centre is where global conferences, major exhibitions, gala banquets and other milestone celebrations come to life. Recognised as one of the world’s most versatile and innovative meetings and events venues, the Centre achieved triple honours at the prestigious 2025 Australian Business Event Awards, judged Australia’s Best Convention & Exhibition Centre, Venue Team of the Year and Overall Best Team in the industry.
About the Role
Reporting to the Executive Chef & Special Projects, with a secondary reporting line to the Floor Operations Manager, you'll oversee daily cleaning and stewarding operations, maintain our five-star venue standards and ensure our teams are ready to deliver exceptional experiences for every event.
What You'll Do
- Supervise, coach and develop our Cleaning and Stewarding teams.
- Keep venue facilities, kitchens and work areas clean, safe and hygienic.
- Ensure crockery, cutlery and glassware are ready for events and functions.
- Coordinate staff rosters, equipment, stock and daily operations.
- Maintain workplace safety, food hygiene and waste management standards.
- Monitor staffing budgets, stock levels and operational expenses.
What We're Looking For
- Previous supervisory experience in a large hospitality or similar environment.
- Experience in cleaning, housekeeping or stewarding operations.
- Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
- Experience managing staff rosters, training and performance.
- Knowledge of workplace health and safety, food safety and chemical handling.
- A proactive, hands-on approach with excellent attention to detail.
- Flexibility to work across a 24/7 roster, as required.
For more specific details of the position requirements and general information on the benefits of working for Adelaide Venue Management, please take the time to have a good look around our website (the Position Description is embedded within the advert on this site).
Why you'll love working with us:
- Uniform supplied & laundered at no cost to you
- Be part of a supportive, innovative and collaborative Department
- Prime CBD location, close to public transport & the vibrant riverbank precinct
- Discounted CBD car parking when on shift
- 20% discount off Food & Beverage at AVM’s Home Ground Café when on shift
- State government superannuation and salary sacrifice opportunities
- Volunteer opportunities with our community partners
- Annual AVM Conference and Awards to communicate, celebrate and reward
Join a team that brings Adelaide's biggest events to life. Work in a dynamic environment where your leadership helps create exceptional experiences for every guest.
How to Apply
Applications, including a brief cover letter and up-to-date resume, may only be submitted via SEEK or the AVM Careers Website, addressed to June Suwanvisan, Talent Coordinator.
Applications close at 11:30 pm (Adelaide Time) on 9 November 2026. Early applications are encouraged as the position may be filled before the closing date.
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Adelaide Venue Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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