Building Maintenance Technician

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Cartmel Fell; Vor Ort; GBP 31.000 - 32.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Meals on shift

Uniform

Generous gratuities

Canteen

Company pension

Discounted or free food

Free or subsidised travel

On-site parking

Relocation assistance may be available

Staff transport provided free between)

Zusammenfassung

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House is seeking a full-time Building Maintenance Technician to responsibly maintain our luxury estate, including hotel, spa, restaurants and Lake House. You will perform day-to-day repairs, support planned maintenance, and uphold safety and presentation standards.

You should have hands-on skills in plumbing, electrics, joinery or general repairs, with a calm, proactive approach and a commitment to guest satisfaction within a 7-day hospitality operation.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in maintenance, building services, or a multi-skilled technician role.
• Strong practical abilities across plumbing, electrics, joinery, or general repairs.
• A steady, organised approach when unexpected issues arise.
• Enjoys variety, problem-solving, and supporting a collaborative team.
• Willingness to support a 7-day hospitality operation with varied tasks.
• A positive attitude and commitment to high standards.

Aufgaben

• Carry out day-to-day building maintenance, repairs, and minor installations across the estate.
• Supports planned preventative maintenance to keep facilities safe, compliant, and functioning smoothly.
• Responds to maintenance requests with efficiency, care, and a focus on the guest journey.
• Ensures all equipment, systems, and spaces meet safety and compliance standards.
• Assists with upkeep of grounds, spa facilities, and accommodation areas as required.
• Maintains accurate records, completes checklists, and reports issues promptly.
• Works collaboratively with Estates colleagues, contractors, and suppliers.
• Upholds the high standards of presentation that define the Gilpin guest experience.

Kenntnisse

Maintenance experience

Multiskilled

Plumbing

Electrics

Joinery

General repairs

Seven-day operations

Positive attitude

High standards

Jobbeschreibung

At Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, we proudly offer two distinct luxury establishments situated on separate estates, yet operated seamlessly as one cohesive team. Whether you opt for the laid-back ambiance of Gilpin Hotel or the distinct combination of hotel and country house at Gilpin Lake House, your experience with us is designed to be effortlessly harmonious.

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House are part of the prestigious Pride of Britain Hotels and we are proud to be one of the 580 members of Relais & Châteaux, an association of worldwide independent hotel and restaurant owners.

Job Description

Join the team at Gilpin, our beautiful 5-star hotel and Lake House estate in the heart of the Lake District. We’re looking for a full-time Building Maintenance Technician who brings practical skill, calm focus, and a proactive, guest-centred approach to maintaining our stunning environment. You’ll take ownership of day-to-day maintenance tasks, support the wider Estates team, and help ensure every space across the hotel, spa, restaurants, and Lake House is safe, immaculate, and running smoothly.

Salary: £30,654–£32,292 per year

About being a Building Maintenance Technician at Gilpin

Set within the Lake District National Park, Gilpin Hotel & Lake House is part of Relais & Châteaux and Pride of Britain Hotels, recognised for exceptional hospitality, refined presentation, and warm, personalised service.

Our Estates team plays a vital role in delivering that experience. From maintaining facilities and equipment to supporting the upkeep of our grounds, spa, and accommodation, the team ensures every area reflects the high standards our guests expect. With a calm, organised approach and a commitment to quality workmanship, the Estates department is a place for practical, hands-on professionals who take pride in keeping a luxury environment running beautifully.

We’re seeking a reliable, skilled, and solution-focused Building Maintenance Technician to join the team. In this role, you’ll carry out general repairs, support planned preventative maintenance, respond to departmental requests, and uphold the safety, compliance, and presentation standards that define Gilpin. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, problem-solving, and contributing to a supportive, high-performing hospitality operation.

Carries out day-to-day building maintenance, repairs, and minor installations across the estate.

Supports planned preventative maintenance to keep facilities safe, compliant, and functioning smoothly.

Responds to maintenance requests with efficiency, care, and a focus on the guest journey.

Ensures all equipment, systems, and spaces meet safety and compliance standards.

Assists with upkeep of grounds, spa facilities, and accommodation areas as required.

Maintains accurate records, completes checklists, and reports issues promptly.

Works collaboratively with Estates colleagues, contractors, and suppliers.

Upholds the high standards of presentation that define the Gilpin guest experience.

Qualifications

What You Bring

Experience in maintenance, building services, or a multi-skilled technician role.

Strong practical abilities across plumbing, electrics, joinery, or general repairs.

A steady, organised approach when unexpected issues arise.

Enjoys variety, problem-solving, and supporting a collaborative team.

Willingness to support a 7-day hospitality operation with varied tasks.

A positive attitude and commitment to high standards.

Additional Information

What We Offer

The chance to work within a team known for exceptional standards and teamwork.

A stunning work environment in a Michelin Key-awarded hotel.

Ongoing training and development opportunities.

Meals on shift, uniform, and generous gratuities.

The pride of contributing to a property recognised with 5 AA Red Stars and two Michelin Keys.

The prestige of working within Relais & Châteaux and Pride of Britain Hotels.

Becoming part of the Relais & Châteaux community - a global association of 580 exceptional hotels and restaurants united by craftsmanship, authenticity, and local traditions.

Bring your practical skill and passion for maintaining exceptional hospitality spaces to Gilpin - if you’re ready to support a high-performing Estates team with care, consistency, and pride, we’d love to hear from you.

Salary: from £30,654 to £32,292

Gratuities are allocated on a points basis, depending on development tiers. Although variable, average levels are projected as being from £351 to £526 per month.

Hours: 45 hours per week.

• Canteen
• Company events
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Free or subsidised travel
• On-site parking

Relocation assistance may be available

Staff transport provided free between staff houses and hotel