Maintenance/Gardener

Highland Coast Hotels Limited; Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount on accommodation

Professional development

EyeMed

Cycle Scheme

Employee discount platform

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend

Job summary

Highland Coast Hotels Limited invites applications for a Maintenance Person at Lochardil House in Inverness. You will support day-to-day upkeep, carrying out general maintenance tasks to keep the property safe, well-presented and fully operational for guests and team.

This part-time role offers 20 hours per week, a baseline hourly rate of £14, and a range of benefits. The successful candidate will work with hotel management, perform basic trades, and help maintain outdoor spaces to welcome

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance or handyman roles, ideally within hospitality or property maintenance.
• Practical skills in basic trades including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting and decorating.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance tasks to keep the property safe and operational.
• Repair and maintain plumbing, electrical and joinery works as required.
• Maintain outdoor areas including grounds and exterior tidiness.
• Assist external contractors when needed.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Handyman

Hospitality

Organised

Job description

The Place

Lochardil House is now part of the Highland Coast Hotels collection; nestled in the picturesque landscape of Inverness, it is a stunning example of Scottish architecture and heritage. This historic mansion, dating back to the 19th century, exudes charm and character at every turn. Surrounded by lush gardens and rolling hills, Lochardil House offers a serene and elegant setting for various events and gatherings. Its rich history, coupled with modern amenities and impeccable service, makes it the ideal venue for weddings, corporate retreats, and special occasions. Whether exploring the estate's manicured grounds or relaxing in its luxurious interiors, Lochardil House promises an unforgettable experience steeped in tradition and beauty. We are offering a unique opportunity to join our brand new team to showcase your passion for Highland hospitality and be part of creating memorable moments in this timeless Scottish gem.

The Position

We are currently seeking a reliable and practical Maintenance Person to support the day-to-day upkeep of the hotel and its grounds. This is a hands-on role responsible for carrying out general maintenance tasks to ensure the property remains safe, well-presented, and fully operational for our guests and team.

This is a part-time position, working 20 hours per week.

Your duties will include routine maintenance and repairs across the hotel, basic plumbing, electrical and joinery work, painting and decorating, and general DIY tasks. The role will also involve maintaining the outdoor areas of the property, including grass cutting, grounds upkeep, and ensuring the exterior areas are tidy and welcoming.

You will work closely with the hotel management team to respond to maintenance requests, address issues promptly, and assist with small improvement projects around the property. From time to time, you may also support external contractors when specialist repairs or servicing as required.

The successful candidate will take pride in maintaining the hotel to a high standard and ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes so that our guests enjoy a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

The Person

Beyond the first-class physical modelling of our hotels, we’re also investing in our people. Our vision has four key pillars; our people, our guests, our communities, and our environment, and what matters most to us is delivering an authentic experience of the Scottish Highlands to our guests.This can only happen with a strong team that shares our Vision.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a maintenance or handyman role, ideally within hospitality, facilities, or property maintenance. You will have practical skills across a range of basic trades including plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, painting and decorating, and general repairs.

You should be organised, proactive, and capable of working independently while managing a varied workload. A strong eye for detail, pride in maintaining high standards, and a flexible approach to tasks are important in this role.

Most importantly, you will be dependable, hands-on, and committed to ensuring the hotel is well maintained for both guests and colleagues.

The Package

Hourly rate of £14 per hour + service charge + company benefits inc:

• Discount for you and your family and friends on accommodation, food and beverages


• Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company


• EyeMed


• Cycle Scheme


• Employee discount platform providing savings at 130,000 retail and entertainment including supermarkets, holidays, shopping and restaurants


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Refer a Friend incentive scheme

About Highland Coast Hotels

We are a collection of unique hotels located along the North Coast 500 with our people at the very heart of what we do. Spirit, warmth, authenticity, that’s what we look for. We encourage curiosity, energy, passion, and fun. Creating experiences that exhilarate and enlighten our guests as we showcase the very best in Highland Hospitality. It’s important to us that we nurture and develop our people to be the very best they can be. Training and career opportunities are on offer along with fabulous work locations, great rates of pay, flexible hours, and lots of other lovely perks. Find out more athighlandcoasthotels.com.