Careers At Loloata

Interested in working with us?

Explore our current job vacancies below. Applications will be closed by 25th July 2025.

Email applications to [email protected] or call 7411 2766. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted directly.


Additional Requirements:

  • Must have a current police clearance within the last 6 months.
  • Must have an updated medical clearance 
  • ID size photos x6
  • Must reside in Port Moresby

 

Painter


Job Description

The Painter role incorporates a wide range of skill and knowledge with the focus of painting interiors and exteriors of rooms/suites, buildings, and other structures and surfaces ensuring that quality standards are met. The painter must have knowledge of the tools of the trade and to deliver quality finishes to all required tasks in and around the premises. This skilled individual must be able to work a wide range of tasks, from preparing and cleaning surfaces for painting, to the repair of surfaces and the painting the actual painting of these surfaces. The painter will work under the Maintenance Department and report to the Maintenance Manager. The successful candidate must be able to work independently and with a team from varying trades.


Responsibilities

  • Inspect surfaces and determine appropriate primers, paints, finishes, and tools for application
  • Monitor material inventory and cost-effectively buy painting materials (e.g., paint, brushes, drop cloths)
  • Cover furniture, fixtures, and exposed surfaces for protection before starting projects
  • Prepare walls, cabinets, siding, fences, poles, rails, pontoon, and other surfaces for painting projects (e.g., scraping, sandpapering, paint removal)
  • Repair cracks, dents, holes, and other minor surface damage with putty or plaster before painting
  • Mix paint colours to achieve the correct colour and texture
  • Paint surfaces and apply varnish, sealant, and stain as needed
  • Follow workplace health and safety rules
  • Load and unload tools and equipment from vessels 
  • Maintain a clean, tidy work area on job sites
  • Work well with team members, contractors, and other employees of the resort.
  • Manage job details and review daily tasks
  • Report to manager on daily tasks, update records and reports.

 

Requirements/Qualifications

  • Minimum Grade 10 Certificate and TVET Certification
  • 5+ years of experience as a residential or commercial painter
  • Knowledge of residential, marine, costal and commercial painting techniques
  • Comfortable using different painting tools on various surfaces (e.g., spray equipment)
  • Familiar with colour theory principles
  • Able to perform basic mathematical calculations and convert measurements
  • Flexibility – ability to manoeuvre easily when working
  • Strong planning, organizational, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills
  • Great attention to detail, positive attitude, and strong work ethic
  • Can work independently and as part of a team environment
  • Can communicate well (English) and friendly with good interpersonal skills
  • Able to follow written and verbal instructions
  • A willingness to work shift including evenings, nights overtime, weekends, and public holidays as required

 

Carpenter

 

Job Description 

The carpenter role involves specialized knowledge and skills focused on construction and working on-site to build and assemble structures. This requires working with various materials, including wood, plywood, MDF, and other engineered materials, and are skilled in cutting, shaping, and joining these materials accurately. The carpenter will work in the Maintenance Department and report to the Maintenance manager. The Carpenter must be able to perform a wide range of tasks, from rough framing and structural work to finer details like cabinet making and furniture building. This skilled individual may utilize a variety of hand and power tools, including saws, hammers, drills, and measuring tools, to perform their work, including measure and draw/sketch to ensure accurate construction and installation. This position will specialize on major and minor projects set out by the management to improve the building structures of the resort, whether to improving guests/visitors stay or general maintenance of the resort.
 
Responsibilities 
 

  • Selects and orders proper quality and quantity of materials necessary for the work
  • A strong a product knowledge in wood care procedures and wood care products is essential
  • Ability to interpret shop drawings and experience in wall & floor product restoration and minor decoration
  • Work as part of assigned crew performing rough and finish carpentry work other facility repairs
  • Perform daily, weekly, monthly inspections, and routine preventative maintenance in and around the resort.
  • Interpret and follow work orders and/or verbal instructions to complete assignments
  • Examine construction problems and determine best solution method
  • Make a variety of repairs to buildings, roofs, fences, gates, walls, flooring, doors, stairs and fixtures
  • Perform take offs for various projects
  • Adhere to all departmental and company safety policies
  • Report to manager on daily tasks, update records and reports.

 

Requirements/Qualifications
 

  • Minimum Grade 10 Certificate with TVET certification
  • Communicate daily to department manager on the progress of assigned tasks
  • Knowledge of all different types of carpentry/joinery tools
  • Assist in other maintenance and construction as needed
  • A willingness to work shift including evenings, nights overtime, weekends, and public holidays as required
  • Use plaster or compound to patch minor holes and cracks in walls and ceiling
  • Performs carpentry and painting work associated with preventive maintenance and renovation
  • Able to perform basic mathematical calculations and convert measurements
  • Flexibility – ability to manoeuvre easily when working
  • Strong planning, organizational, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills
  • Great attention to detail, positive attitude, and strong work ethic
  • Can work independently and as part of a team environment
  • Can communicate well (English) and friendly with good interpersonal skills
  • Able to follow written and verbal instructions

 

Driver


Job Description

The ideal candidate must have a valid Class 6 license and the knowledge of traffic laws and adhere to it. The driver will be transporting guests, visitors, resort managers and staff. Ideal candidate must have a great interpersonal skill and uphold the road safety standards of dressing and grooming. Driver will be reporting to and coordinating with Logistics Manager.


Responsibilities

  • Transport guests to and from the hotel, airport and other destinations when required.
  • Transport employees to and from their respective pick-up/drop-off points.
  • Ensure the safety and comfort of your passengers.
  • Cleaning inside and outside of the vehicles before and after use.
  • Perform routine inspections before and after use of vehicle.
  • Report any mechanical issues or maintenance needs.
  • Coordinating, planning and following correct routes before departure from base.
  • Reporting at mileage at checkpoints
  • Adhering company zero tolerance policy and company vehicle SOPs
  • Upholding company’s grooming, uniform and dressing standards
  • Being courteous to guests upon pick-ups and drop-offs, that is to greet and farewell guests, assist with luggage and when needed, answer geographical queries.

 

Requirements

  • Valid driver's license – Class 6
  • Good knowledge of road safety rules.
  • Minimum 2 years in similar role.
  • Grade 12 or Tertiary level education
  • Excellent communication and team player
  • Flexible to work weekends/Public Holidays/shifts
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Good sober habits
  • Medical Certificate – recent
  • Police Certificate – recent
  • 6x ID sized photos

 

Baker


Job Description

We are seeking a passionate and motivated Baker to join our kitchen team. The ideal candidate must be specialized in baked goods production. The ideal candidate will focus on preparation and presentation of a variety of baked goods and ensuring high quality results and adhere to our culinary standards. The position is perfect for those looking to advance their skills and career with pastry.

Responsibilities:

  • Create and prepare a wide range of pastries, desserts and a wide range of baked goods such as cakes, cookies, breads and buns.
  • Measure and mix ingredients according to resorts’ recipes and/or according to the Executive Chef’s recipes.
  • Create new recipes or improve current pastry recipes
  • Ensure all desserts and pastries are produced to the highest quality.
  • Work closely with other kitchen staff to coordinate dessert services and maintain smooth workflow and maintaining good communication with other departments.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of pastry section and workstations and storage areas.
  • Adhere strictly to food safety and hygiene standards and to health and safety regulations of the kitchen department and maintaining a clean and sanitary workspace to ensure a clean and compliant kitchen environment.
  • Help to manage and/or report inventory of baked goods, or ingredients and notify Executive Chef when supplies are low.
  • Assist senior pastry chef in daily preparation of desserts, pastries and other baked goods and follow instructions/procedures laid out by senior pastry chef, that is to follow recipes and preparation and presentation techniques.
  • Assist with training and mentoring of other kitchen staff.

 

Requirements:
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  • Minimum 2 years work experience in similar role.
  • Minimum tertiary level education with certifications in Cookery
  • Must be physically fit to stand long periods of time
  • Flexible to work shifts/Public Holidays and on weekends.
  • Must have sober habits and well groomed.
  • Medical Certificate – from within last 3 months.
  • Police Clearance – from within last 3 months.
  • 6x ID size photos