Maintenance Pro — Safe, Welcoming Inns + Growth

The Kingslodge Inn; North East; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday holiday

Career development program

Paid breaks

50% food discount

Stay for £1 in January–March

Room booking discount

£50 same-day bookings

Family bed & breakfast discount

Employee assistance programme

Tips (tronc)

Job summary

Inn Collection Group is seeking a Maintenance Assistant for The Kingslodge Inn in Durham. You’ll ensure facilities are safe, comfortable, and well-maintained, performing boiler/electrical checks and managing day-to-day upkeep.

Your duties include routine inspections, light repairs, and preventative tasks to keep the inn in top condition while following safety protocols and contributing to a welcoming guest experience.

Qualifications

• Background in maintenance and a passion for safe, comfortable environments.
• Basic plumbing, electrical and joinery skills are essential.
• Willingness to perform planned and unplanned maintenance tasks with care.

Responsibilities

• Daily checks on boilers, electrical systems and fire safety equipment.
• Inspect and replace light bulbs; secure fire doors.
• Inspect roofs, gutters, and walkways to address hazards and maintain outdoors.
• Handle planned maintenance like painting and grouting; assist with small repairs.
• Assist gardening and external housekeeping to keep the inn tidy and safe.

Skills

Boiler checks

Electrical systems

Fire safety

Light bulb replacement

Joinery basics

Plumbing basics

Ladder safety

General maintenance

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Inn Collection Group is seeking a Maintenance Assistant for The Kingslodge Inn in Durham. You’ll ensure facilities are safe, comfortable, and well-maintained, performing boiler/electrical checks and managing day-to-day upkeep.

Your duties include routine inspections, light repairs, and preventative tasks to keep the inn in top condition while following safety protocols and contributing to a welcoming guest experience.