Maintenance Assistant

South Place Hotel; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% restaurant discount

Stream earnings access

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

South Place Hotel is seeking a passionate Maintenance Assistant to deliver 5-star service across our luxury property and sister venues. You will handle engineering tasks, upkeep plant room equipment and ensure safety standards while supporting guests and staff across The Evolv Collection.

Knowledge of hotel maintenance and a can-do attitude are essential, with opportunities to work across multiple venues and benefit from industry-leading training and staff perks.

Qualifications

• Experience in hotel maintenance or similar settings.
• Knowledge of plant rooms, heating, ventilation and fire alarm systems.
• Gas Safe Engineer or Electrician qualification is desirable.
• Willingness to support multiple venues within The Evolv Collection.

Responsibilities

• Ensure seamless running of engineering aspects across luxury properties.
• Monitor plant room equipment and uphold Health and Safety standards.
• Check heating, ventilation and fire alarm systems for reliability.
• Carry out routine building maintenance and bulb replacements.
• Respond quickly to maintenance issues with minimal guest disruption.
• Support qualified gas or electrical work where applicable.
• Bring enthusiasm and a can-do attitude to the team.

Skills

Maintenance knowledge

Health & Safety

Gas Safe / Electrical (desirable)

Proactive attitude

Guest service mindset

Job description

The Role: Maintenance Assistant
The Venue:
South Place Hotel The Location: 3 South Pl, London EC2M 2AF
The Salary: Competitive

Why Work for Us:

Our industry leading benefits have you covered!

• Industry leading pay: We value your expertise and dedication.
• Dine with style: Enjoy a lavish 50% discount at all our restaurants, all day, every day.
• Financial freedom: Take control of your finances with Stream – track your earnings in real time, access up to 40% of your pay instantly and save directly from your salary.
• Wellness support: Your wellbeing matters to us! Benefit from a confidential Employee Assistance Program with a 24/7 helpline and complimentary sessions with a trained counsellor.
• Recognition and Reward for a job well done: Shine bright with our Employee of the Month scheme, Long Service Awards and numerous group incentives. You may even earn a place at our yearly employee awards night!
• Grow with us: You will have access to some of the best training our industry has to offer. You will have access to our training platform, Evolv Edge which is packed with resources to nurture your skills and knowledge.
• Get some rest: Your holiday allowance increases with length of service.
• Make a difference: Give back to the community with an optional paid day each year for volunteering efforts.
• Spread the love: Benefit from our recommend a friend scheme and share the joy of joining our team.

Who we are:

With over 80 individually designed bedrooms, South Place combines the relaxed buzz of a boutique hotel with five star hospitality and a touch of London’s creative flair. Exploring the hotel, you’ll discover social spaces to unwind in, our state of the art Gym and Spa and, tucked away on the rooftop, our Michelin-starred restaurant; Angler. Home of Bluebird City and the Bluebird Club; South Place Hotel promises an unforgettable stay with all the energy and elegance you’d expect from one of London’s most exciting hotels. With over 80 individually designed bedrooms, South Place combines the relaxed buzz of a boutique hotel with five star hospitality and a touch of London’s creative flair. Exploring the hotel, you’ll discover social spaces to unwind in, our state of the art Gym and Spa and, tucked away on the rooftop, our Michelin-starred restaurant; Angler. Home of Bluebird City and the Bluebird Club; South Place Hotel promises an unforgettable stay with all the energy and elegance you’d expect from one of London’s most exciting hotels.

A bit about what you will be doing:

We are looking for a passionate Maintenance Assistant who can confidently deliver exceptional, 5 star service. The successful Maintenance Assistant will understand the different needs of different businesses and departments within them, as well as the varied profiles and priorities of hotel and restaurant guests. In addition to the maintenance for South Place Hotel, our maintenance team provides coverage and support to some of our sister businesses within The Evolv Collection, comprising of 2 restaurants, a wine retail and dining space and a very busy, high profile bar.

• Seamless running of all engineering aspects of our luxury properties, ensuring our guests receive the ultimate experience.
• Knowledgeable of all hotel maintenance, plant room equipment, Health and Safety regulations.
• Checks and routine maintenance on heating, ventilation, fire alarm and other plant to ensure their trouble free operations
• Routine maintenance of the building such as re-decoration and replacement of bulbs.
• Reactive maintenance work as a matter of urgency with minimal disruption to guests.
• Qualified Gas Safe Engineer or Electrician would be desirable
• Overall you will have bags of personality, enthusiasm and a can-do attitude.

At The Evolv Collection, we celebrate diversity in all its forms. We embrace and support individuals from every background, culture, and identity. Join our team where everyone is welcomed, valued, and empowered to thrive.