Maintenance Associate

J D Wetherspoon; Kilmarnock; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Complimentary meal and drink on shift

Employee discount 20%

Guaranteed minimum-hour contract

Monthly bonus scheme

28 days paid holiday (pro rata)

Company sick pay

Free shares after 18 months

Contributory pension

Loyalty reward after five years

Future progression opportunities

Job summary

The Wheatsheaf Inn in Kilmarnock, operated by J D Wetherspoon, is seeking a Maintenance Associate to perform maintenance and decoration work unsupervised. The role includes hands-on tasks, customer-facing responsibilities, and adherence to company SOPs. A practical, reliable approach is essential.

Benefits include a competitive hourly rate, meals on shift, 20% employee discount, minimum-hour contract, and opportunities for progression. You must be over 18 and ready to work at The Wheatsheaf Inn.

Qualifications

• Background in maintenance or similar setting.
• Hands-on approach and practical knowledge valued.
• Ability to work unsupervised and follow SOPs/DSOPs.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance and decorating duties per task list.
• Work with third-party contractors as needed.
• Ensure workplace is clean, safe, and compliant with SOPs/DSOPs.
• Carry out any reasonable task to meet business needs.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Problem solving

Communication skills

Honesty & reliability

Job description

Vacancy Description

At Wetherspoon, we believe in offering fantastic service, serving good food and drinks, having well‑maintained pubs and hotels and creating a great atmosphere for customers. We`re looking for dedicated, reliable and proactive individuals with a background in maintenance, or similar, to join the team.

Job Ref

666509

Job Title

Maintenance Associate

Pub

The Wheatsheaf Inn, Kilmarnock

Salary

£14.27

Closing Date

13-10-2026

Vacancy Description

At Wetherspoon, we believe in offering fantastic service, serving good food and drinks, having well‑maintained pubs and hotels and creating a great atmosphere for customers. We`re looking for dedicated, reliable and proactive individuals with a background in maintenance, or similar, to join the team.

We value individuals with practical knowledge and a hands‑on approach.

Pay And Benefits Include

• competitive hourly rate
• complimentary meal and drink, when working
• employee discount of 20% (food, drinks and hotel accommodation)
• guaranteed minimum-hour contract
• monthly bonus scheme
• 28 days` paid holiday (pro rata)
• company sick pay (after a qualifying period)
• free shares in the company (after 18 months` service)
• contributory pension scheme
• loyalty reward (additional holiday, after five years` service)
• future progression opportunities

The Role

To carry out all required maintenance and decoration duties, in line with an approved task list, working unsupervised.

You Will

• provide excellent customer service.
• ensure a clean, safe and legal workplace.
• adhere to Wetherspoon`s standard operating procedures (SOPs) and company policies.
• work with third-party contractors.
• ensure that all work completed by you, or by an approved contractor, is in line with the company`s design standard operating procedures (DSOPs).
• carry out any reasonable task, as requested, to meet the needs of the business.

About You

• have the ability to manage time and prioritise tasks
• be able to work unsupervised and resolve problems, using your own knowledge, while working within relevant guidelines
• demonstrate passion and enthusiasm in your role and show commitment to your colleagues and pub
• have a friendly nature and good communications skills
• be honest, trustworthy and respectful
• remain calm when working in a fast‑paced environment
• adhere to Wetherspoon`s appearance standards, ensuring that, when required, correct PPE is worn
• receive regular feedback from the management team and achieve any actions agreed on

You must be over 18 to apply for this role; however, if you are younger, we may still have positions available for you - please search for cleaner, kitchen or floor staff vacancies.

Wetherspoon promotes an inclusive working environment where everyone is welcome.

If a high number of applications is received, this vacancy may close early.

Read more about our Maintenance roles

Hours Per Week

10