Hotel Maintenance Operative

Overview
Join our dynamic hospitality team as a Hotel Maintenance Operative, where your expertise will keep our property running smoothly and efficiently! In this vital role, you’ll be responsible for maintaining the safety, functionality, and aesthetic appeal of the hotel facilities. Your proactive approach and technical skills will ensure guests enjoy a seamless experience, while you work behind the scenes to uphold our high standards of quality and service. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your mechanical, electrical, We are looking for a reliable and proactive Maintenance Operative to join our hotel team.

You will help keep the hotel safe, well maintained and running smoothly by carrying out general repairs, preventative maintenance and routine checks throughout the property. You will also work closely with other hotel departments to ensure maintenance issues are resolved quickly and with minimal disruption to our guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and repairs throughout the hotel
• Respond promptly to maintenance issues and emergency repairs
• Assist with boilers, heating, air conditioning and plant equipment
• Carry out painting and decorating as required
• Complete routine maintenance and safety checks
• Assist with fire alarm testing and maintain relevant records
• Liaise with contractors and service engineers when required
• Monitor maintenance stock, tools and supplies
• Work closely with Housekeeping, Food & Beverage and other hotel departments
• Follow Health & Safety, Fire Safety and security procedures
• Use tools and equipment safely and correctly
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard

What We're Looking For

• Previous maintenance, handyman, facilities or similar experience preferred
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, heating and general building maintenance
• Practical problem-solving skills and good attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Flexible and willing to assist with a variety of maintenance tasks
• Good understanding of workplace Health & Safety
• Professional, positive and guest-focused attitude

Desirable

Experience within a hotel or hospitality environment would be an advantage, particularly experience with fire safety systems, compliance checks, painting and decorating, or basic electrical work.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, can prioritise tasks effectively and is committed to helping us maintain a safe and welcoming environment for our guests and team.

Please note working hours are worked between Monday- Sunday with a mix of Early and Late shifts

Pay: From £15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Health & wellbeing programme

Work Location: In person