Maintenance Manager

AccorHotel; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Novotel Nottingham Derby is a four-star hotel located in Long Eaton, between Nottingham and Derby. We are seeking a hands-on Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance team, oversee operations, and implement preventative maintenance programmes while driving sustainability and health & safety compliance.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge, excellent organisational skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving and team development, ensuring high-quality guest

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Maintenance Manager or senior maintenance leadership role.
• Qualification in Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical, Building Services, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of building systems incl. HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety.
• Experience leading maintenance teams, including rota planning and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage team rotas to ensure coverage across shifts and holidays.
• Oversee planned preventive maintenance and reactive repairs.
• Ensure hotel plant and facilities operate safely and efficiently.
• Manage contractor relationships within budget and standards.
• Monitor costs and support budget planning.
• Drive sustainability and energy-efficiency initiatives.

Skills

Team leadership

Rota planning

Budgeting

Sustainability

Problem solving

HVAC knowledge

Building systems

Contractor management

MS Office

CMMS

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

CMMS

MS Office

Job description

Novotel Nottingham Derby is a 4-star hotel located in Long Eaton, between Nottingham and Derby. Also, just off junction 25 of the M1.

Offering newly refurbished rooms with king-sized beds as standard also family rooms available, our features which we have a lovely restaurant and a lobby bar.

Job Description

Maintenance Manager

As Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the hotel's facilities, equipment, and infrastructure are maintained to the highest standards, providing a safe, comfortable, and well-presented environment for guests and employees. You will lead the maintenance team, oversee daily operations, manage preventative maintenance programmes, drive sustainability and energy-efficiency initiatives, and ensure full compliance with health and safety requirements while supporting the overall operational success of the hotel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and manage team rotas to ensure appropriate coverage across all shifts, weekends, and holiday periods.
• Oversee the completion of planned preventative maintenance schedules and reactive repairs.
• Ensure all hotel plant, machinery, equipment, and guest facilities are operating efficiently and safely.
• Manage contractor relationships, ensuring external works are completed to agreed standards and within budget.
• Monitor maintenance costs, control departmental expenditure, and support budget planning.
• Drive sustainability initiatives and energy-management programmes, identifying opportunities to reduce utility consumption, improve operational efficiency, and support environmental objectives.
• Monitor energy usage and implement measures to optimise performance across heating, ventilation, air conditioning, lighting, and water systems.
• Ensure full compliance with health and safety legislation, fire safety regulations, and company policies.
• Conduct regular property inspections, identifying maintenance needs and implementing corrective actions promptly.
• Support refurbishment projects, capital expenditure plans, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, compliance documentation, energy-monitoring data, and statutory certifications.
• Collaborate closely with all hotel departments to minimise operational disruption and maximise guest satisfaction.
• Respond promptly to emergency maintenance issues and provide practical solutions to operational challenges.

The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with strong technical knowledge, excellent organisational skills, and a proactive approach to team development, sustainability, problem-solving, and maintaining high operational standards.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in a Maintenance Manager or senior maintenance leadership role.
• Relevant qualification in Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical, Building Services, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire safety.
• Experience managing maintenance teams, including rota planning and staff development.
• Good understanding of health & safety legislation and statutory compliance requirements.
• Experience managing contractors and supplier relationships.
• Strong budgeting, cost-control, and project management skills.
• Experience driving sustainability and energy-efficiency initiatives.
• Proficiency in maintenance management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Additional Information

The Person:

Successful candidates for the position of Maintenance Manager will be able towork as a team but also work by themselves, communicate with there team but also other team members around the hotel. Handling situations in a polite and professional manner to suit guests needs.

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