Maintenance Assistant

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Bridport; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Private health insurance

Private dental insurance

Staff discounts

Job summary

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy seeks a Maintenance Assistant for a luxury country hotel in Bridport. You’ll be hands-on maintaining buildings, equipment, grounds and facilities to a high standard, with repairs and upkeep across a diverse site.

The role is physically active and requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed; private health and dental insurance, pension and staff discounts are included as part of the benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in building, maintenance or similar trade.
• Practical and proactive approach.
• Physically fit and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out internal and external repairs, decoration, maintenance and servicing as required.
• Replace consumables such as bulbs and batteries and keep maintenance records (Health & Safety).
• Support upkeep of roads, tracks, buildings and wider site facilities.
• Use, maintain and store equipment, machinery and tools properly.
• Coordinate with approved contractors and third-party maintenance projects.

Job description

Maintenance Assistant | Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

Put your practical skills to work in a luxury country hotel, with private health and dental insurance and a varied hands-on role.

Are you technically minded, practical and someone who takes pride in keeping things running smoothly? This is an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Assistant to join a luxury country hotel in Bridport, helping to maintain the buildings, equipment, grounds and facilities to an exceptionally high standard.

This is a hands-on role where no two days are necessarily the same. You'll work as part of the Facilities team, responding to maintenance requirements and helping ensure the hotel remains fully operational for guests and colleagues.

Why apply / What's in it for you?

• You’ll receive a competitive salary and pension.
• Private health insurance is included.
• You’ll also have access to private dental insurance.
• You’ll have the opportunity to develop your technical skills within a high-end hospitality environment.
• Employee discounts and benefits are available.
• Enjoy a varied role covering maintenance, facilities and site operations.
• Work behind the scenes to help deliver an exceptional guest experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out internal and external repairs, decoration, maintenance and servicing duties as required.
• Replace consumables such as bulbs and batteries, while maintaining accurate records of maintenance and Health & Safety requirements.
• Support the upkeep of roads, tracks, paths, buildings and wider site facilities.
• Use and maintain equipment, machinery and tools responsibly, ensuring they are stored and kept in good condition.
• Liaise with approved contractors and support the coordination of third-party maintenance and projects.

What we're looking for

You’ll ideally have experience within a building, maintenance or similar trade, alongside a practical and proactive approach.

• Technically minded with previous experience in a building, maintenance or similar trade.
• Physically fit and energetic, with a reliable and proactive approach.
• Organised, calm under pressure and attentive to detail.
• Good communication skills and a positive approach to working as part of a team.
• Flexible and able to work evenings, weekends and during busy operational periods.

Due to the rural location, your own transport is essential. The role is based in Bridport and includes evening and weekend working.

If you're a Maintenance Assistant looking for a hands-on opportunity in Bridport where your practical skills will make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Number │ 49021 / INSOTONFOH

Location │ Bridport

Role │ Maintenance Assistant