Multi Site Maintenance Operative

Multi-Site Maintenance Operative

Glasgow & Paisley Area

Immediate Start | Self-Employed | 4 Days Per Week + Every Other Weekend

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Multi-Site Maintenance Operative to join our team, providing general maintenance support across multiple hotel and accommodation properties throughout the Glasgow and Paisley area.

This is a hands-on role for someone who is confident working independently, can identify and resolve maintenance issues quickly, and takes pride in maintaining high standards across guest accommodation.

The successful candidate must be self-employed, have their own tools and equipment, and have reliable transport to travel between sites.

The Role

You will be responsible for carrying out a wide range of general maintenance and repair tasks across our accommodation properties.

You will work across multiple locations, responding to maintenance requests, completing preventative maintenance, carrying out repairs and ensuring our properties remain safe, functional and well presented for guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend multiple accommodation sites across Glasgow and Paisley
• Carry out general building and property maintenance
• Respond to maintenance requests and repair issues
• Diagnose faults and identify appropriate solutions
• Complete preventative maintenance and routine checks
• Ensure bedrooms, bathrooms, communal areas and back-of-house areas are maintained to a high standard
• Carry out repairs promptly to minimise disruption to guests and operations
• Report any larger or specialist works that require an external contractor
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Keep accurate records of completed maintenance tasks
• Communicate effectively with site management and reception teams
• Ensure all work is carried out safely and professionally

Typical Maintenance Duties

The role will involve a variety of maintenance tasks, including but not limited to:

Plumbing

• Repairing leaking taps and pipework
• Replacing taps, shower heads and hoses
• Unblocking sinks, toilets and drains
• Replacing toilet mechanisms and flush valves
• Repairing minor leaks
• Replacing waste traps and fittings
• Basic maintenance of showers and bathroom fixtures

Basic Electrical

• Replacing light fittings, bulbs and LED units
• Replacing switches and sockets where appropriately qualified
• Investigating basic electrical faults
• Replacing batteries in equipment and emergency devices
• Basic fault finding on electrical appliances and equipment

Any electrical work requiring a qualified electrician must be referred to an appropriately qualified contractor.

General Building & Maintenance

• Filling holes and repairing minor wall damage
• Painting and touch-up work
• Repairing doors, handles, hinges and locks
• Adjusting and repairing furniture
• Replacing shelves and fixtures
• Minor plaster repairs
• Silicone/sealant repairs in bathrooms
• Repairing skirting boards and other minor damage
• Basic carpentry and joinery
• General snagging and preventative maintenance

Hotel / Accommodation Maintenance

• Repairing beds, bunk beds and bedroom furniture
• Addressing issues with wardrobes, lockers and room fittings
• Maintaining bathroom fixtures
• Repairing or replacing damaged room fittings
• Carrying out regular bedroom and communal-area inspections
• Responding to urgent guest-related maintenance issues
• Preparing rooms for re-sale following maintenance issues
• Supporting housekeeping and operations teams where required

Working Pattern

• 4 working days per week
• Every other weekend
• Regular work across multiple sites
• Immediate start available
• Working hours to be agreed depending on operational requirements

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience in hotel, hostel, property, facilities or general building maintenance
• Good practical knowledge of plumbing and general maintenance
• Basic electrical knowledge
• Basic carpentry/joinery skills
• Ability to diagnose and resolve common maintenance problems
• Own professional tools and equipment
• Own reliable transport
• Ability to travel between multiple sites
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage their own workload
• Reliable, punctual and professional approach
• Strong attention to detail
• A good understanding of health and safety

Relevant trade qualifications would be advantageous, but practical experience across multiple areas of property maintenance is highly valued.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who is a practical all-rounder rather than someone limited to one specific trade.

You should be comfortable walking into a room with a problem, identifying what needs to be done, and either fixing it yourself or recognising when a specialist contractor is required.

Experience working in hotels, hostels, serviced accommodation, student accommodation or other high-occupancy properties would be particularly beneficial.

Self-Employed Contractor

This position is offered on a self-employed basis. The successful contractor will be responsible for their own tools, equipment, transport and applicable tax/insurance obligations.

Immediate start available for the right person.

To apply, please provide details of your previous maintenance experience, availability, relevant qualifications.

Pay: £110.00-£120.00 per day

Work Location: In person