Maintenance Assistant

Darwin Escapes; Cheddar; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Darwin Escapes group is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to support our resort, accommodation and facilities to a high standard. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, including weekends and bank holidays as required, and involves hands-on maintenance across various areas to ensure a safe, clean and well-presented environment.

You will carry out general maintenance tasks, assist with routine repairs and checks, and play a key part in upholding the guest experience across our holiday park

Qualifications

• Basic maintenance skills and practical approach to hands-on tasks.
• Ability to use tools and equipment safely.
• Proactive and detail-oriented with good organisation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance tasks across the resort.
• Assist with routine repairs and maintenance within accommodation, buildings and facilities.
• Conduct regular checks of equipment, buildings and outdoor areas.
• Identify and report maintenance issues or potential hazards.
• Respond to maintenance requests in a timely and efficient manner.
• Support the upkeep and presentation of resort grounds and guest areas.
• Assist with waste management and recycling processes.
• Support the setup, maintenance and repair of outdoor areas and guest facilities.
• Use tools and equipment safely and appropriately.
• Ensure all work is completed in line with health and safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate records where required.
• Work collaboratively with other departments to support the overall guest experience

Skills

Maintenance basics

Tools use

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Teamwork

Reliability

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

About the role

We’re looking for a hardworking and reliable Maintenance Assistant to help maintain our resort, accommodation and facilities to a high standard.

You’ll carry out a range of general maintenance tasks and support the upkeep of buildings, outdoor areas and guest facilities. This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who is practical, proactive and takes pride in creating a safe, clean and well‑presented environment.

This is a full‑time, permanent role working 40 hours per week, including weekends and bank holidays as required.

Role highlights

• Varied and practical maintenance role
• Opportunity to work across accommodation, facilities and outdoor areas
• Hands‑on role supporting the overall guest experience
• Ongoing opportunities to develop your maintenance and practical skills

Key responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance tasks across the resort
• Assist with routine repairs and maintenance within accommodation, buildings and facilities
• Conduct regular checks of equipment, buildings and outdoor areas
• Identify and report maintenance issues or potential hazards
• Respond to maintenance requests in a timely and efficient mannerSupport the upkeep and presentation of resort grounds and guest areas
• Assist with waste management and recycling processes
• Support the setup, maintenance and repair of outdoor areas and guest facilities
• Use tools and equipment safely and appropriately
• Ensure all work is completed in line with health and safety procedures
• Maintain accurate records where required
• Work collaboratively with other departments to support the overall guest experience

What we’re looking for

Essential

• Practical skills and confidence carrying out basic maintenance tasks
• A proactive and hands‑on approach to work
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to use tools and equipment safely
• Good organisation and problem‑solving skills
• A reliable and responsible approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and presentation

Desirable

• Previous experience within a maintenance, facilities, grounds or similar practical role
• Experience carrying out basic repairs within buildings or accommodation
• Experience working within holiday parks, hospitality, leisure or a similar environment
• A full UK driving licence