Maintenance and Groundworks Assistant - WildLand Cairngorms

WildLand Limited; Kingussie; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A hospitality and maintenance company in the Cairngorms is seeking a Maintenance and Groundworks Assistant. This role is essential for maintaining high standards across properties, ensuring guest satisfaction, and performing various maintenance tasks. The ideal candidate has experience in property maintenance and strong communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Health Cash Plan

Life assurance

Income protection insurance

Critical illness insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Highlife Gym Membership

Online clothing discount

Qualifications

• Proven track record in property or facilities maintenance.
• Experience in remote or hospitality setting is an advantage.
• Strong technical knowledge and practical skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for all maintenance matters.
• Carry out proactive and reactive maintenance across properties.
• Liaise with contractors to ensure safety standards are met.
• Perform minor repairs including plumbing and electrical tasks.
• Monitor heating systems and maintain water treatment setups.

Skills

Property maintenance

Strong communication

Technical knowledge

Teamwork

Job description

One Wild Team

“In nature, nothing stands alone. The whole supports the parts, and at the same time, the parts support the whole. And they do so effortlessly."

Team: Hospitality

Reporting Line: Cairngorms Regional Leader

Location: Working across multiple WildLand sites within the majestic Cairngorms National Park, Scotland.

Hours: 40 hours per week; permanent; full time or part time; flexible working available. Includes weekend work.

Salary & benefits: Competitive salary, benefits and a great place to work

The Role

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Maintenance and Groundworks Assistant to join our team in the beautiful Cairngorms. This role is integral to maintaining WildLand's high standards of presentation, safety, and guest satisfaction across our boutique hotel, exclusive use property, and cottages.

You will play a key role in ensuring that our people, places, and processes reflect the highest standards of care, sustainability, and hospitality.

You will demonstrate our values and align with our Purpose, Vision, and Brand, as well as the behaviours of One WildLand Team and One Wild Way.

Key Responsibilities

1. Be a role model of WildLand Leadership and teamwork
2. Align with our People Ethos and Health & Safety requirements
3. Be first point of contact for all maintenance matters for our Hospitality and staff properties
4. Carry out proactive and reactive maintenance across guest accommodations and estate infrastructure.
5. Liaise with external contractors and ensure all maintenance work meets operational, safety, and environmental standards.
6. Respond promptly and professionally to maintenance requests from the hospitality team, ensuring minimal disruption to guests.
7. Perform minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting tasks with precision and care.
8. Monitor and maintain heating systems, water treatment, security systems, and estate vehicles.
9. Perform visual property checks on a weekly basis.
10. Implement a PPM schedule.
11. Partner with Housekeeping, Front of House, and Chef Teams to enhance the overall guest experience.
12. Identify and implement opportunities for energy efficiency and sustainable practices.

Our People

We attract individuals from all walks of life and of all ages. What unites us is a shared passion for our 200 year vision, our commitment to putting people first, and working together as a team to inspire our guests and visitors.

Who you are

You will have a proven track record in property or facilities maintenance, with strong technical knowledge and practical skills. You are an excellent communicator and capable of managing a diverse workload to deliver high standards. Experience in a remote or hospitality setting is an advantage.

Our Offer

This position is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and results driven team within a growing company. Alongside competitive pay and pension, we offer a range of benefits including:

• Private medical insurance
• Health Cash Plan
• Life assurance
• Income protection insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Highlife Gym Membership (after qualifying period)
• Online clothing discount

Becoming part of WildLand is an opportunity to make an active and meaningful contribution to a beautiful part of Scotland. Come and make a difference with us.