Maintenance Assistant

The Caledonian Hotel; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Discounted use of leisure facilities

Travel program for staff

Job summary

The Caledonian Edinburgh is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to support the upkeep of our iconic hotel, ensuring guest and back-of-house areas operate safely and to the highest standards. You will maintain daily maintenance operations and respond to issues with discretion and professionalism.

Join a professional team and help uphold health, safety and environmental standards while working closely with Engineering and hotel colleagues.

Qualifications

• Practical, reliable and proactive in approach.
• A strong team player with a professional, service focused mindset.
• Calm and adaptable when responding to varied maintenance needs.
• Detail orientated with pride in high standards of workmanship.
• Flexible and willing to support hotel operations as required.

Responsibilities

• Support daily maintenance operations across the hotel.
• Ensure guest rooms and public areas are safe and fully operational.
• Minimise guest impact through efficient, discreet maintenance work.
• Uphold health, safety and environmental standards.
• Work collaboratively with Engineering and wider hotel teams.
• Complete planned and reactive maintenance tasks efficiently.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and records.
• Carry out basic repairs, inspections and safety checks.
• Respond promptly and professionally to guest or operational issues.
• Adhere to grooming, security and sustainability procedures.

Skills

Practical

Reliable

Proactive

Team player

Service mindset

Calm under pressure

Detail oriented

Flexible

Job description

Salary/Benefits: £28,392.00 Salary + Exclusive Benefits

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Posted date: 12/10/2026

Behind every seamless luxury experience is a safe, immaculately maintained environment. We are seeking a Maintenance Assistant to support the upkeep of our iconic hotel, ensuring all guest and back of house areas operate safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

The Person:

• Practical, reliable and proactive in approach
• A strong team player with a professional, service focused mindset
• Calm and adaptable when responding to varied maintenance needs
• Detail orientated with pride in high standards of workmanship
• Flexible and willing to support hotel operations as required

The Role:

• Support daily maintenance operations across the hotel
• Ensure guest rooms and public areas are safe and fully operational
• Minimise guest impact through efficient, discreet maintenance work
• Uphold health, safety and environmental standards
• Work collaboratively with Engineering and wider hotel teams

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete planned and reactive maintenance tasks efficiently
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and records
• Carry out basic repairs, inspections and safety checks
• Respond promptly and professionally to guest or operational issues
• Adhere to grooming, security and sustainability procedures.

The Benefits:

• Salary of £28,392.00 + Exclusive Benefits
• Free and healthy meals when on duty.
• 50% off our Food & Beverage Venues – The Court & Caley Bar
• Discounted use of Leisure Facilities
• Go Hilton Team Member Travel Program, offering discounted room nights at all Hilton branded properties worldwide, starting at £45 per nightFully funded apprenticeships – T&Cs apply
• 28 Days of Annual Leave, increasing with long service
• We can coach, train and develop you to help find your passion - whether it is exploring your first role or your next step in the exciting world of hospitality!

Why Join Us:

At The Caledonian Edinburgh, you’ll be part of a team that values excellence, craftsmanship and genuine hospitality. With Klarent Hospitality, your career is supported by investment in people, diversity and long term growth.

Begin your journey with one of Edinburgh’s most iconic hotels.