Maintenance Operative

The Red Carnation Hotel Collection; Cong; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional training and development

Discounted accommodation rates

Staff appreciation events

Discounted local services

Heavily subsidised accommodation

Free meals on duty

Dry cleaning of attire

Volunteer days

Holiday entitlement up to 25 days

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

The Lodge at Ashford Castle, part of The Red Carnation Hotel Collection, is seeking a Maintenance Operative to join the maintenance team. This full-time role suits a proactive, hands‑on individual with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to the highest standards.

You will maintain hotel facilities, equipment and grounds, liaising with management and departments to prioritise tasks, while upholding safety and guest comfort.

Qualifications

• Experience in hotel or high-end environment preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with high-quality finishes.
• Flexible, hands-on approach with willingness to support general maintenance duties.
• Good organisational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Liaise daily with Management, Maintenance, and Housekeeping teams to prioritise and coordinate all maintenance tasks.
• Carry out all works to a high professional standard, ensuring minimal disruption to guests at all times.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work environment, using appropriate protective materials and adhering to best practices.
• Clearly display safety signage and maintain guest and colleague safety at all times.
• Manage maintenance store, ensuring it is organised, secure, and compliant with safety standards.
• Use ladders, scaffolding, and equipment safely per Health & Safety procedures.
• Take a flexible approach to working hours, including evenings to minimise guest disruption.
• Work with other departments to support hotel operation.
• Plan, prioritise, and complete tasks efficiently, escalating works to Maintenance Manager when required.
• Assist with general maintenance duties as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Flexible

Hands-on

Team player

Communication skills

Guest-focused approach

Job description

Maintenance Operative ***luxury hotel***

We are currently seeking a Maintenance Operative to join our Maintenance team at The Lodge at Ashford Castle. This full-time role is ideal for a proactive and hands‑on individual with strong attention to detail and a passion for maintaining the highest standards.

As part of the maintenance team, you will play a key role in ensuring the hotel’s facilities, equipment, and grounds are consistently maintained to an exceptional level, supporting both operational excellence and an outstanding guest experience.

Location: Cong, Co. Mayo

Employment type: Full Time

Working pattern: 5 Days over 7 Days (including some weekends and Public Holidays)

What's in it for you?

• Professional, award winning training and development opportunities
• Discounted accommodation rates with Red Carnation Hotel Collection
• Annual Staff Appreciation Party and other Employee Recognition Events
• Discounted rates with many local businesses and third party service providers (including Estate Activities)
• Heavily subsidised accommodation (subject to availability)
• Free meals on duty
• Complimentary dry cleaning of business attire
• Recommend friend and family bonus scheme
• Two paid volunteering days each year
• Holiday allowance increasing with length of service up to 25 days
• Hotel based recognition incentives
• Free access to Employee Assistance Programme

Key Responsibilities as a Painter

• Liaise daily with Management, Maintenance, and Housekeeping teams to prioritise and coordinate all maintenance tasks
• Carry out all works to a high professional standard, ensuring minimal disruption to guests at all times
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work environment, using appropriate protective materials (e.g. dust sheets) and adhering to best practices
• Clearly display safety signage and maintain strong awareness of guest and colleague safety at all times
• Manage and maintain the maintenance store, ensuring it is kept organised, secure, and compliant with safety standards, including proper storage of any flammable materials
• Use ladders, scaffolding, and equipment safely and in line with Health & Safety procedures
• Take a flexible approach to working hours, including evening work where required to minimise guest disruption
• Work collaboratively with other departments (e.g. Porters, Grounds, Maintenance) to support the overall operation of the hotel
• Plan, prioritise, and complete tasks efficiently, escalating works and coordinating external contractors through the Maintenance Manager where required
• Support the wider maintenance function in a hands‑on capacity, assisting with general maintenance duties as needed

What are we looking for?

• Proven experience ideally within a hotel or high‑end environment
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on high-quality finishes
• Flexible, hands‑on approach with willingness to support general maintenance duties
• Ability to work flexible hours to meet operational needsStrong organisational and problem‑solving skills
• Team player with good communication skills and a guest‑focused approach

Red Carnation Hotels is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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