Maintenance Assistant

Aimbridge; Hamilton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel discounts

Stream pay/bonus

Staff parking

Gym access

Flexible working

Career development

Job summary

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA is seeking a Hotel Maintenance Assistant to ensure the hotel's facilities, equipment and grounds are well-maintained and safe for guests and staff. You will respond to maintenance requests, perform routine tasks, troubleshoot and coordinate with vendors, contributing to a first-class guest experience in line with our brand standards.

The role requires basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, painting and general hotel upkeep, plus good communication and time management

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of maintenance for hotel facilities.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Eye for detail to spot issues early.
• Effective time management for hotel projects.
• Basic computer literacy to track work orders.

Responsibilities

• Respond to maintenance requests and service calls.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks on facilities and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair plumbing, electrical, painting and related issues.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors to complete work.
• Ensure facilities are clean, safe and well-maintained for guests and staff.

Skills

Maintenance basics

Customer service

Attention to detail

Time management

Technical skills

Job description

Who are we?

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are a division of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand. We’re passionate about connecting great people to great experiences in exciting destinations, working with brands such as Hilton, IHG, Accor, Marriott and everything in between. From the rich diversity of our people and locations to our “people first” approach to business, the Aimbridge experience is like no other.

What is in it for you?

As part of the Aimbridge team, you will have access to industry leading benefits that include

• Industry leading training and leadership development opportunities
• Hotel discounts portfolio wide – Staff rates and up to 50% discount on food & beverage and spa
• Access to Stream - Stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing
• 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme
• Flexible working opportunities
• Starting salary above national minimum wage
• Access to hotel gym facilities
• Career and lifestyle breaks – Allowing you to take time off for key life events.
• Free staff parking

A day in the life of…

As Hotel Maintenance Assistant you'll be responsible for ensuring the hotel's facilities, equipment, and grounds are well-maintained and in good working order. The role involves responding to maintenance requests, performing routine maintenance tasks, troubleshooting and repairing equipment, coordinating with vendors and contractors, and ensuring the hotel's facilities are clean, safe, and well-maintained for guests and employee

This role is unlike any other in our hotel and you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring that guests have a first class enjoyable and comfortable stay.

What do we need from you?

• Basic knowledge of maintenance and repair techniques: You will have a basic understanding of maintenance and repair techniques for plumbing, electrical, painting and siliconing and other equipment commonly found in hotels.
• Communication and customer service skills: The role requires interacting with guests and colleagues, so strong communication and customer service skills are essential.
• Attention to detail: You’ll need an eye for detail to be able to identify potential maintenance issues before they turn into bigger problems.
• Time management: You’ll need to be able to effectively manage your time to prioritise key hotel projects
• Technical skills: Basic knowledge of computer systems would be highly advantageous to allow you to track work orders, manage inventory, and communicate with other departments.

Most importantly, to be successful in this role, you will be passionate about providing an exceptional guest experience and living through our brand standards

At Aimbridge, we recognise that people are the heart of our business. As a Global leader, we are committed to representing our global community and offering everyone ‘A Place to Grow’