Multiskilled Maintenance & Grounds Tech (Hospitality)

Le Strange Arms; Kimbolton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Food and room discounts

Chestnut Hub discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend bonus (up to £1,500)

Wagestream access

Job summary

Chestnut is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Operative for The Old Bridge, covering internal and external upkeep and dedicated grounds work. The role includes occasional travel to support other Chestnut properties with ad hoc projects and maintenance tasks, while ensuring buildings stay operational and guest-ready.

You will perform repairs, maintain safety standards, and coordinate with external contractors. A valid driving licence and own tools are important assets for this hands-on position.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' maintenance experience in commercial, hospitality or retail settings.
• Hands-on skills across general maintenance, plumbing, electrics, carpentry, painting and grounds work.
• Health and safety knowledge and compliance.
• Full driving licence required.
• Computer literacy and ability to use maintenance logs, emails and purchasing apps.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance and repairs to internal and external fabric, fixtures and fittings.
• Handle plumbing, drainage, minor electrical and equipment repairs, carpentry, painting and decorating.
• Maintain grounds: car park, lawns, hedging, paving, boundaries and outbuildings.
• Perform regular checks of systems, equipment, services and buildings.
• Liaise with external contractors for servicing and repairs.
• Support maintenance tasks at other Chestnut properties as required.
• Plan and deliver maintenance works with quality, durability and cost-efficiency.

Skills

Multi-skilled maintenance

Own tools

Driving licence

Computer literacy

Customer focus

Health & safety

Tools

Maintenance log systems

Job description

Chestnut is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Operative for The Old Bridge, covering internal and external upkeep and dedicated grounds work. The role includes occasional travel to support other Chestnut properties with ad hoc projects and maintenance tasks, while ensuring buildings stay operational and guest-ready.

You will perform repairs, maintain safety standards, and coordinate with external contractors. A valid driving licence and own tools are important assets for this hands-on position.