Luxury Resort Maintenance Op: Hospitality Upkeep & Safety

Bowood; Calne; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days annual leave including Bank Hs

Meals whilst on duty

Uniform provided

Pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Free entry to Bowood House & Gardens

Discounted Golf Membership

Discounted spa treatments

Employee Assistance Programme

Company events

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Bowood Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort is seeking a Maintenance Operative to join a small, dedicated team at the Bowood Estate in Calne, Wiltshire. The role covers keeping the hotel, spa, golf facilities and back-of-house areas in top condition, including planned and reactive maintenance.

The position requires weekend work on a rota and participation in an on-call rota. Own reliable transport is essential due to the rural location, with easy access from nearby towns.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Maintenance Assistant, Maintenance Operative, Facilities Assistant or Handyperson.
• Experience working within the hospitality industry is essential, ideally gained in a hotel, resort, spa, golf club, leisure venue or similar guest-focused environment.
• Good all-round maintenance skills, including basic plumbing, carpentry, decorating and general repairs.
• The ability to work independently while also contributing positively to a team.
• A proactive approach with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills and a flexible attitude.
• A commitment to delivering excellent service and maintaining high standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative and reactive maintenance throughout the hotel, spa and golf resort.
• Undertake general building repairs, decorating, basic plumbing, carpentry and other maintenance tasks.
• Assist with the maintenance and servicing of plant, machinery and equipment.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from operational departments.
• Help maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment for guests, visitors and colleagues.
• Identify maintenance issues before they become larger problems.
• Work alongside external contractors when required.
• Follow health and safety procedures and maintain high standards of compliance.
• Support the Maintenance Manager with the smooth day-to-day operation of the maintenance department.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Hospitality industry

Plumbing

Carpentry

Decorating

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication skills

Flexibility

Independent working

Job description

Bowood Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort is seeking a Maintenance Operative to join a small, dedicated team at the Bowood Estate in Calne, Wiltshire. The role covers keeping the hotel, spa, golf facilities and back-of-house areas in top condition, including planned and reactive maintenance.

The position requires weekend work on a rota and participation in an on-call rota. Own reliable transport is essential due to the rural location, with easy access from nearby towns.