Maintenance Manager

Malmaison; Reading; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Reading is seeking a Maintenance Manager for a permanent position with a salary of £33,000 - £35,000 per annum. The role involves overseeing general maintenance, managing the maintenance team, and ensuring guest satisfaction by completing tasks efficiently. Candidates should have experience in a similar quality hotel and must possess strong organisational and communication skills.

Benefits

Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates

35% off the bill when dining

Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes

High Street Discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Healthcare Cash Plans

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a maintenance department of a similar quality hotel.
• Ability to meet time deadlines.
• Liaise with contractors effectively.

Responsibilities

• Allocate responsibilities to the maintenance team.
• Complete daily jobs list and preventative maintenance schedules.
• Manage health and safety responsibilities on property.

Skills

Organisational skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Hands-on management

Knowledge of electrics and health and safety

Computer literacy

Job description

Overview

Opened 2007 • 76 bedrooms • 74-seater Bar & Grill • 6 private event spaces - largest seats up to 80. A historic station hotel boasting the distinction of being the world's oldest, built back in 1844. Reading is a town and borough in Berkshire. Located in the Thames Valley at the confluence of the Rivers Thames and Kennet, the Great Western mainline railway and the M4 motorway serve the town, which is 40 miles west of London. Reading is a major commercial centre, especially for information technology and insurance. Known for its beer, biscuits and bulbs in the industrial revolution, Reading has transformed into a vibrant, metropolitan town. Home to the UK's iconic Reading Festival, its growing arts and culture community boasts some of the best entertainment in the country. Reading's rich and diverse communities are represented by its global food and drink scene.

About The Role

Maintenance Manager, Malmaison £33,000 - £35,000 Per Annum, 45 Hours Permanent Contract Reading

You always have the right tool for the job…. Taking responsibility for the general maintenance of the property, upkeep of its facilities and the management of the maintenance team, the Maintenance Manager is there to ensure that jobs are completed efficiently to ensure that the guest expectations are met during their stay.

You will be required to allocate responsibilities to the team, complete the daily jobs list and preventative maintenance schedules with an eye for detail and a passion for fixing things!

You must meet time deadlines, liaise with contractors and take responsibility for health and safety on property. You must be organised, an excellent communicator, and a hands-on manager who has excellent attention to detail. Experience of working in a maintenance department of a similar quality hotel is required and knowledge of electrics and health and safety are beneficial. Computer literacy is also key for the compliance and audit part of this role.

We create memories that the guest will never forget. This could be the next step for you into a management position within Malmaison – we actively encourage internal development and progression, Onwards and Upwards.

Responsibilities

• Allocate responsibilities to the team, complete daily jobs list and preventative maintenance schedules with attention to detail.
• Meet time deadlines, liaise with contractors and take responsibility for health and safety on property.
• Be organised, an excellent communicator, and a hands-on manager with strong attention to detail.
• Have experience of working in a maintenance department of a similar quality hotel; knowledge of electrics and health and safety is beneficial.
• Computer literacy is key for the compliance and audit aspects of this role.

Benefits

In Addition To Competitive Rates Of Pay We Offer

• Heavily discounted Staff Room Rates at Malmaison, Hotel du Vin and Frasers Hospitality with rooms available from £65 per night.
• Discounted Friends and Family Room Rate with 50% off best available rate.
• 35% off your bill when you dine in our Brasseries and Bistros
• Fully funded Apprenticeship programmes that support you in developing your career
• High Street Discounts on a range of high street shops, experiences, holidays and much more
• Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on a wide range of bikes
• Healthcare Cash Plans - dental, optical, medical and more available from £5 per month
• Referral schemes that pay up to £1500 (just for getting your mates jobs!)
• A decent uniform that doesn’t make you look like an extra from a 70s TV sitcom
• Wellness & National Campaign Days Calendar promoting activities like Pay Day Lunches/Treats, National Popcorn Day, Mental Health Awareness Week and more
• Wagestream – instant access to your pay as it’s earned, allowing you to track wages in real time
• Complimentary stays on your 1st, 3rd and 5th anniversaries with Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
• We are a proud sponsor of The Brain Charity, helping people with all forms of neurological conditions to lead longer, healthier, happier lives
• Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential advice available 24/7 to you and your family

On Completing Your Probation

• Private Medical Healthcare
• Bonus Plan based on clear and transparent KPI’s
• Critical Illness cover
• Life Assurance

Our Sustainability Goals

• 100% of our electricity is generated using renewable energy, with most of it from wind farms around the UK
• We recycle a minimum of 70% of the waste from our hotels, supported by our Sustainability Council
• We have moved to a chemical-free cleaning system in our bedrooms and public areas, and an enzyme-based eco-friendly system for our kitchens
• Volunteer to work for sustainable charities 2 days per year on full pay

Interested?

• Frasers Hospitality, Malmaison & Hotel Du Vin are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.