Maintenance Manager

Abbey Hotel Bath - A Tribute Portfolio Hotel; Bath; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbey Hotel Bath – A Tribute Portfolio Hotel is seeking a Maintenance Manager to oversee day-to-day maintenance across the hotel, ensuring all systems, guest rooms, and public areas are safe, functional, and well-presented. This full-time, on-site role in Bath centers on planning preventive maintenance schedules and coordinating repairs.

You will lead a maintenance team, manage requests promptly, monitor equipment performance, and collaborate with departments to minimize disruption while

Qualifications

• Experience leading maintenance operations in hotel or similar environment.
• Hands-on technical ability in diagnosing and repairing systems.
• Experience implementing preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime.
• Knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety) and safety regulations.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, manage budgets, maintain records, and work with vendors/contractors.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with a guest-focused mindset.
• Vocational training or certification in a relevant trade or engineering field is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute preventive maintenance schedules across the hotel.
• Coordinate and perform repairs to keep guest rooms, public areas and back-of-house spaces functional.
• Manage maintenance inventory and supervise external contractors when needed.
• Prioritise and respond promptly to guest and staff maintenance requests.
• Monitor equipment performance and collaborate with departments to minimise disruption while upholding high standards.

Skills

Maintenance Management

Supervisory Skills

Preventive Maintenance

Building Systems (HVAC, Electrical,Plu

Health & Safety Knowledge

Budgeting & Record Keeping

Guest Satisfaction & Teamwork

Job description

Company Description Abbey Hotel Bath – A Tribute Portfolio Hotel is a boutique property formed of three Georgian townhouses on the west end of John Wood's North Parade, overlooking Parade Gardens and close to the iconic Pulteney Bridge. Recognized as one of Bath’s best-loved boutique hotels, it blends historic architecture with contemporary style. The hotel is home to ArtBar and Abbey Hotel Kitchen, offering vibrant food and beverage experiences for guests and local residents. With many of Bath’s top attractions just steps away, Abbey Hotel provides an engaging and dynamic environment for hospitality professionals.

Role Description The Maintenance Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day maintenance operations across the hotel, ensuring all building systems, guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spaces are safe, functional, and well-presented. This full-time, on-site role in Bath includes planning and executing preventive maintenance schedules, coordinating and performing repairs, managing maintenance inventory, and supervising any external contractors. The Maintenance Manager will lead and support maintenance team members, prioritize work orders, respond promptly to guest and staff maintenance requests, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. The role also involves monitoring equipment performance, recommending improvements or replacements, and collaborating with other departments to minimize disruption to guests while maintaining high-quality standards.

Qualifications

• Strong maintenance management skills, including Maintenance Management and Supervisory Skills to lead and coordinate maintenance operations and team members.
• Hands-on technical ability in Equipment Maintenance and Maintenance & Repair to diagnose issues and carry out effective corrective actions.
• Experience implementing and managing Preventive Maintenance programs to reduce downtime and extend the life of hotel assets.
• Knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety) and relevant health and safety regulations within a hospitality or similar environment.
• Proven ability to prioritise tasks, manage budgets, maintain accurate maintenance records, and work effectively with vendors and contractors.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with a focus on guest satisfaction and collaborative teamwork.
• Previous experience in hotel or facilities maintenance management is highly beneficial; vocational training or certification in a relevant trade or engineering field is an advantage.