Maintenance Manager

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Galway; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Hardiman Hotel in Galway, a property under Hollybank Trustees Ltd, is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to join our on-site management team. You will oversee the maintenance team and ensure the historic fabric, modern facilities and guest areas meet the highest standards of operation and safety.

This full-time role requires hands-on problem solving, strong leadership, and excellent organisational skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in maintenance management or a senior maintenance role.
• Strong technical knowledge and hands-on problem-solving ability.
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Hospitality industry experience is highly desirable.
• Relevant trade qualifications or certifications are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and motivate the maintenance team on a daily basis.
• Plan and oversee preventive and reactive maintenance across the hotel.
• Ensure all plant, equipment, bedrooms, and public areas are maintained efficiently.
• Coordinate external contractors and manage service schedules.
• Ensure compliance with all health & safety, fire safety, and statutory regulations.
• Work closely with hotel management and department heads to support seamless operations.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Maintenance management

Leadership

Problem solving

Organisation

Communication

Independent working

Multitasking

Education

Trade qualifications / certifications

Job description

Location: On site / Galway, Ireland
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Arts | Hospitality
Annual Salary range:from € 38,000.00 to € 43,000.00

The Hardiman Hotel, a landmark four-star hotel located in the heart of Galway city, is seeking an experienced and proactive Maintenance Manager to join our management team. This full-time, on-site role is responsible for maintaining the hotel’s historic fabric, modern facilities, and guest areas to the highest operational and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and motivate the maintenance team on a daily basis
• Plan and oversee preventive and reactive maintenance across the hotel
• Ensure all plant, equipment, bedrooms, and public areas are maintained efficiently
• Coordinate external contractors and manage service schedules
• Ensure compliance with all health & safety, fire safety, and statutory regulations
• Work closely with hotel management and department heads to support seamless operations
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and drive continuous improvement initiatives

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven experience in maintenance management or a senior maintenance role
• Strong technical knowledge with hands-on problem-solving ability
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Hospitality industry experience is highly desirable
• Relevant trade qualifications or certifications are an advantage

Company Benefits:

• Competitive salary package
• Opportunities for career progression within a well-established hotel group
• Employee discounts on accommodation, food, and beverages

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in one of Galway’s most iconic hotels, combining heritage, hospitality, and operational excellence.