Maintenance

The Ullswater Inn; Penrith; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra paid holiday

Lead-Inn development program

Paid breaks

50% off food

Winter stays: £1

Room booking discounts: 1/3 off

£50 same-day bookings

15% off bed and breakfast

Employee Assistance Programme

Give-inn back scheme

Best Pub Employer award

Job summary

The Ullswater Inn, located on Ullswater Lake District, is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to ensure facilities are safe, comfortable and in good condition. You will perform daily checks on boilers, electrical systems and fire safety equipment, and conduct regular inspections of roofs, gutters, and outdoor areas while supporting both planned and reactive repairs.

Ideal candidates bring basic plumbing, electrical and joinery skills, a proactive attitude, and a commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• Basic plumbing, electrical, and joinery skills are essential.
• Experience maintaining facilities and safety equipment is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily checks on boilers, electrical systems and fire safety equipment.
• Inspect and replace light bulbs and secure fire doors.
• Inspect roofs, gutters, and walkways; maintain outdoor areas including gardening and external housekeeping.
• Handle planned maintenance tasks and unplanned repairs with a proactive approach.

Skills

Boiler systems

Electrical systems

Fire safety

Light bulbs replacement

Roof and gutter inspection

Job description

What makes the perfect pub? It’s great ales, delicious food, a welcoming atmosphere, and the warm welcome from a team that’s at the heart of everything we do.

The Inn Collection Group is a multi-award-winning pubs with rooms company, proudly located in some of the most outstanding destinations across the North of England and Wales. At ICG, we deliver exceptional hospitality by living and breathing our core values of respect, customer focused, warmth, , and honesty, all with the goal of Making People Happy.

How we say thank you!

• Celebrate your birthday with an extra paid holiday.
• Build your future with support from our Lead-Inn development program.
• Take the time you need to rest and recharge; Paid Breaks are on us.
• Enjoy 50% off food at any of our Inns
• Relax with a stay at any of our Inns during January, February, and March for just £1.
• Take advantage of the chance to explore our beautiful locations, with 1/3 off room bookings all year round.
• Experience a spontaneous trip away with £50 on same day bookings
• It’s not just for you—your loved ones can enjoy 15% off bed and breakfast too!
• 24/7 confidential support is always there when you need it with our Employee Assistance Programme
• Tronc (…that’s tips to me and you)
• Contribute to a company that gives back through our Give-inn back scheme
• Join an award-winning team recognised as the Best Pub Employer at the Publican Awards.

The Ullswater Inn boasts a prime location on the southern shore of Ullswater, with breathtaking views of the iconic Helvellyn. Situated in the heart of the Lake District, it’s the perfect spot to pull up a seat and enjoy unrivalled panoramas across the serene waters of Ullswater and the surrounding landscape.

You’ll Fit Right Inn

As a Maintenance Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring our facilities are safe, comfortable, and in excellent condition. Your responsibilities include daily checks on boilers, electrical systems, and fire safety equipment, along with inspecting and replacing light bulbs and securing fire doors. You’ll conduct regular inspections of roofs, gutters, and walkways to address hazards and maintain outdoor areas, including gardening and external housekeeping.

You’ll handle planned maintenance tasks like painting and grouting, as well as unplanned repairs. Basic plumbing, electrical, and joinery skills are essential, along with a focus on compliance through ladder checks, fire alarm tests, and utility readings. A proactive, can-do attitude will help you confidently tackle varied tasks with care and precision.

If you have a background in maintenance, a passion for creating safe and comfortable environments, and a commitment to excellence, we think you’ll fit right inn…

Joe can have fun and grow in this role, developing new skills along the way. Watch Joe’s video to find out more about our Maintenance roles.https://careers.inncollectiongroup.com/join-inn