Maintenance Manager

Newmark Hotels & Reserves; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Newmark Hotels & Reserves is seeking a Maintenance Manager to ensure all lodge buildings, guest areas and facilities are safe, functional and maintained to a high standard. You will oversee electrical, plumbing, HVAC, water systems, generators and other plant, coordinating with departments to deliver a seamless guest experience.

The role requires a trade qualification, 3–5 years in hospitality maintenance, supervisory experience, strong planning and budget skills, and a hands-on leadership

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in electrical, plumbing, mechanical engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years’ maintenance experience in hospitality or remote property environments.
• Supervisory or management experience.
• Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, generators, pumps and water systems.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Computer literacy (email & spreadsheets).
• Strong technical and problem-solving ability.
• Planning, organisation & attention to detail.
• Leadership & team management.
• Budget & cost-control awareness.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and respond to emergencies.
• High standards of safety, cleanliness & quality.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliability, integrity & hands-on approach.
• Understanding of guest experience in a luxury lodge environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance plans for lodge buildings, rooms, public areas, staff accommodation, plant, equipment and grounds.
• Manage all day-to-day maintenance activities across electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, air-conditioning, refrigeration, pools, water systems and general repairs.
• Conduct regular inspections of guest rooms, public areas and staff facilities to identify maintenance requirements.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies, minimising disruption to guests and lodge operations.
• Ensure all maintenance work complies with lodge standards, health and safety requirements and applicable legislation.
• Maintain maintenance logs, asset registers, service records and repair histories.
• Prepare and manage the maintenance budget, monitor costs, obtain quotations and control expenditure.
• Source, manage and supervise external contractors, ensuring quality work and value for money.
• Manage stock, tools, spare parts and maintenance supplies; ensure secure storage and stock control.
• Lead, train and supervise the maintenance team, including task allocation and development.
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety, fire safety procedures and environmental standards.
• Monitor lodge infrastructure, including generators, water supply, pumps, solar, electrical systems and security equipment.
• Collaborate with Housekeeping, Front Office, F&B and Operations to anticipate maintenance needs.
• Support sustainability initiatives like water conservation and energy efficiency.
• Be available to assist with after-hours emergencies when required.

Skills

Electrical/plumbing knowledge

General maintenance

Leadership & team management

Budget & cost-control

Problem-solving & technical

Planning & organisation

Communication & guest experience

Reliability & integrity

Education

Trade qualification in electrical/plumbing/mechanical engineering

Job description

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for ensuring that all lodge buildings, guest areas, staff facilities, equipment, vehicles and infrastructure are maintained to a safe, functional and high standard. The role supports an exceptional guest experience by ensuring that maintenance issues are prevented, promptly resolved and managed within budget.

• Trade qualification in electrical, plumbing, mechanical engineering or a related field will be advantageous.
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ maintenance experience, preferably within a lodge, hotel, hospitality or remote property environment.
• Previous supervisory or management experience.
• Strong practical knowledge of general building maintenance, electrical systems, plumbing, generators, pumps and water systems.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Computer literacy, including basic reporting, email and spreadsheet use.
• Strong technical and problem-solving ability.
• Planning, organisation and attention to detail.
• Leadership and team management.
• Budget and cost-control awareness.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and respond to emergencies.
• High standards of safety, cleanliness and quality.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliability, integrity and a hands‑on approach.
• Understanding of the importance of guest experience in a luxury lodge environment

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventive maintenance plans for lodge buildings, rooms, public areas, staff accommodation, plant, equipment and grounds.
• Manage all day‑to‑day maintenance activities, including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, air‑conditioning, refrigeration, pools, water systems and general repairs.
• Conduct regular inspections of guest rooms, public areas, back‑of‑house facilities and staff accommodation to identify maintenance requirements.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergency breakdowns, minimising disruption to guests and lodge operations.
• Ensure all maintenance work is completed in line with lodge standards, health and safety requirements and applicable legislation.
• Maintain maintenance logs, asset registers, service records, inspection reports and repair histories.
• Prepare and manage the maintenance budget, monitor costs, obtain quotations and control maintenance‑related expenditure.
• Source, manage and supervise external contractors, ensuring quality work, compliance and value for money.
• Manage stock, tools, spare parts and maintenance supplies; ensure secure storage and appropriate stock control.
• Lead, train and supervise the maintenance team, including task allocation, performance management, scheduling and development.
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety requirements, fire safety procedures, emergency systems and environmental standards
• Monitor lodge infrastructure, including generators, water supply, pumps, solar systems, electrical systems, waste‑water systems and security‑related equipment.
• Work closely with Housekeeping, Front Office, Food and Beverage and Operations to ensure maintenance needs are identified and addressed proactively.
• Support sustainability initiatives, including water conservation, energy efficiency, waste management and environmentally responsible maintenance practices.
• Be available to assist with after‑hours emergencies when required