Maintenance Assistant

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Aughrim; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

You will work closely with housekeeping, front desk, and food & beverage teams, support event setups, and follow health and safety standards. A proactive, physically able, and team-oriented attitude is essential, with shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a maintenance or facilities-related role.
• Strong knowledge of general maintenance procedures and equipment.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, and standing for long periods.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• A proactive and team-oriented attitude.
• Valid driver's license is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance of hotel facilities, guest rooms, and common areas.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from guests and staff.
• Carry out basic repairs in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and HVAC systems.
• Ensure all tools and equipment are maintained in good working order.
• Monitor and manage building systems such as heating, lighting, and water supply.
• Assist with setup and breakdown for events or functions as required.
• Work collaboratively with the housekeeping, front desk, and food & beverage teams to support guest needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in all maintenance work areas.
• Follow health and safety protocols and ensure compliance with hotel standards and local regulations.
• Report any major maintenance issues or equipment faults to the Maintenance Manager

Skills

Maintenance experience

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Trade qualification or technical training

Job description

Location: On site / Aughrim Lower, Aughrim, Co. Wicklow, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full or part-time
Sector and subsector: Arts | Hospitality
Salary: Negotiable salary

Overview:

The Maintenance Crew at BrookLodge & Macreddin Village plays a key role in ensuring that all hotel facilities, guest rooms, and public areas are operating efficiently and are maintained to the highest standards. This hands‑on role requires a proactive, skilled, and safety-conscious individual who can troubleshoot and carry out a wide range of repairs while supporting the overall guest experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance of hotel facilities, guest rooms, and common areas.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from guests and staff.
• Carry out basic repairs in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and HVAC systems.
• Ensure all tools and equipment are maintained in good working order.
• Monitor and manage building systems such as heating, lighting, and water supply.
• Assist with setup and breakdown for events or functions as required.
• Work collaboratively with the housekeeping, front desk, and food & beverage teams to support guest needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in all maintenance work areas.
• Follow health and safety protocols and ensure compliance with hotel standards and local regulations.
• Report any major maintenance issues or equipment faults to the Maintenance Manager

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a maintenance or facilities-related role, preferably in a hospitality environment.
• Strong knowledge of general maintenance procedures and equipment.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, and standing for long periods.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• A proactive and team-oriented attitude.
• Trade qualification or technical training
• Valid driver's license is an advantage.