Hotel Maintenance Technician – Live-In

Burlington Hotel; Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Live-in accommodation

Staff meals

Company pension scheme

Employee discounts

Training and development

Beautiful working environment

Job summary

Caledonian Hotel in Ullapool is seeking an experienced Hotel Maintenance Assistant to join our team. You will help maintain the hotel, grounds, staff accommodation, and guest areas to a high standard, ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for guests and employees.

This hands-on role suits someone with general maintenance experience and knowledge of basic building repairs, with opportunities to contribute to refurbishment projects and seasonal property upkeep.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a maintenance, handyman, facilities, or property maintenance role.
• Practical knowledge of basic plumbing and electrical repairs.
• Experience in painting and decorating.
• Ability to carry out general grounds and garden maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general hotel maintenance and repair work.
• Undertake basic plumbing tasks, including repairing leaks, replacing taps, unblocking drains, and routine checks.
• Perform basic electrical maintenance, such as changing light fittings, replacing bulbs, and fault reporting (within competence and regulations).
• Complete painting and decorating projects throughout guest rooms, public areas, and staff accommodation.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify maintenance issues and ensure health and safety standards are met.
• Maintain hotel grounds and gardens, including grass cutting, trimming, weeding, planting, and general upkeep.
• Carry out carpentry and minor building repairs as required.
• Assist with room refurbishments and improvement projects.
• Ensure equipment, tools, and maintenance areas are kept clean, organised, and safe.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from guests and staff.
• Assist with seasonal maintenance and winter preparation of the property.
• Support contractors working on-site when required.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Plumbing

Electrical

Painting

Groundskeeping

Problem solving

Independence

Driving licence

Job description

Caledonian Hotel in Ullapool is seeking an experienced Hotel Maintenance Assistant to join our team. You will help maintain the hotel, grounds, staff accommodation, and guest areas to a high standard, ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for guests and employees.

This hands-on role suits someone with general maintenance experience and knowledge of basic building repairs, with opportunities to contribute to refurbishment projects and seasonal property upkeep.