Maintenance Assistant

Bespoke Hotels; Keswick; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel group in Keswick is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Assistant to ensure the upkeep of hotel facilities. The role requires significant maintenance experience, flexibility, and self-motivation. This position offers a competitive salary, training opportunities, and various perks including holiday allowance and discounts at hotels. Join our welcoming team to provide outstanding service to our guests.

Benefits

Competitive salary

28 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Stakeholder Pension

Discounted hotel room rates

Food and beverage discounts

Opportunities for internal mobility

Meals on duty

Qualifications

• Significant maintenance experience within a hotel or accommodation setting.
• Flexibility to work different shifts, including weekends if necessary.
• Organized and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize daily tasks based on the hotel’s requirements.
• Handle electrical, plumbing, heating, and other maintenance issues daily.
• Conduct checks of emergency procedures and equipment.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Flexibility

Self-motivation

Job description

Who are we?

Coast & Country Hotel Collection is a family of over 25 hotels in the UK, operated by Bespoke Hotels, the UK’s largest independent hotel group.

Join our exceptional team

We are currently looking for exceptional people to join our team and have a great opportunity for a Maintenance Assistant.

As a Maintenance Assistant, you will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of all areas of the hotel, ensuring that company and legal policies are adhered to.

The ideal candidate will work well under pressure with excellent attention to detail. You should have a passion for hospitality and providing good customer service. Experience working in a similar position would be advantageous but not essential.

Key Responsibilities of the Role

• Prioritize daily tasks based on the hotel’s requirements.
• Be familiar with the layout and plan of the hotel and the operation of all equipment.
• Complete all painting jobs to company standards.
• Ensure all areas are left clean and tidy after completion.
• Handle electrical, plumbing, heating, and other maintenance issues daily.
• Coordinate and supervise outside contractors as needed.
• Manage servicing, product guarantees, and warranty issues.
• Respond to maintenance call-outs when required.
• Carry out preventative maintenance according to the schedule.
• Observe all health and safety regulations and ensure compliance.
• Conduct checks of emergency procedures and equipment.

Requirements of the Role

• Significant maintenance experience within a hotel or accommodation setting.
• Flexibility to work different shifts, including weekends if necessary.
• Organized and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage your workload independently or within a small team.
• Responsible and trustworthy, with access to all guest areas and ensuring a safe environment for guests and colleagues.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing support, training, and development
• 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays
• Stakeholder Pension
• Discounted hotel room rates across all UK Bespoke Hotels for you, friends, and family
• Food and beverage discounts at our hotels
• Incentives and rewards
• Opportunities for internal mobility within the group
• Meals on duty

More About Us

Coast & Country Hotel Collection is unpretentious and welcoming, with locations by the sea, in the countryside, villages, and towns. Our brand reflects the best of British—fun, historic, simple, comfortable, and friendly. Our team embodies these values, creating warm and happy experiences for our guests.