Hotel Maintenance Technician

Holiday Inn Swindon; England; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Discounts on hotel stays

Gym access

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Kew Green Hotels is seeking a pragmatic Maintenance Assistant to support the upkeep of our Swindon property. You will help with preventive and reactive maintenance, ensuring guest rooms, public areas and back-of-house spaces stay safe and fully operational.

You will perform basic plumbing, carpentry, painting and electrical tasks, respond to issues promptly, and support safety checks and compliance. A hands-on, proactive attitude and the ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a maintenance role or a willingness to learn.
• Proactive and practical problem-solving approach.
• Strong communication and professional attitude.
• Commitment to health, safety and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance tasks including plumbing, carpentry, painting and minor electrical work.
• Respond promptly to maintenance issues across guest rooms, public areas and back-of-house spaces.
• Support preventative maintenance programmes to keep equipment and facilities in good working order.
• Conduct regular safety checks, including fire alarm testing and compliance checks.
• Identify and escalate safety risks or defects promptly.
• Collaborate with all departments to support smooth hotel operations.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Health & safety awareness

Independent working

Tools

Plumbing

Carpentry

Painting

Electrical basics

Job description

Kew Green Hotels is seeking a pragmatic Maintenance Assistant to support the upkeep of our Swindon property. You will help with preventive and reactive maintenance, ensuring guest rooms, public areas and back-of-house spaces stay safe and fully operational.

You will perform basic plumbing, carpentry, painting and electrical tasks, respond to issues promptly, and support safety checks and compliance. A hands-on, proactive attitude and the ability to work independently are essential.