Maintenance Manager - Soho House Amsterdam

Soho House via Caterer.com; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

House Membership

Travel reimbursement

Bedroom discounts

Restaurant discounts

Go-Vital discounts

Moving day

Volunteer days

Refer a friend bonus

Team events

Job summary

Soho House Amsterdam is seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead the Maintenance team and oversee day‑to‑day operations of one of Amsterdam’s distinctive hospitality venues.

This hands‑on leadership role requires strong technical expertise, effective people management, and a focus on safety, compliance, and high service standards for members, guests, and teams. The role includes budget oversight, contractor management, and capital projects within a historic setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience leading a maintenance function within hospitality, hotels, retail, or similar operational environment.
• Strong technical knowledge across general building maintenance, electrical systems, plumbing, gas, HVAC.
• Experience managing contractors, service agreements, compliance schedules, and maintenance budgets.
• Fluent English and Dutch, both written and spoken.
• Right to work in the Netherlands.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and motivate the Maintenance team, ensuring high standards of performance and workmanship.
• Oversee all planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, and building upkeep across the House.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory inspections, health & safety requirements, and maintenance contracts.
• Manage external contractors, suppliers, and service providers, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and to standard.
• Lead maintenance projects from planning and budgeting through to completion.
• Monitor and maintain key building systems, including electrical, plumbing, gas, HVAC, pool plant, fire safety, and building infrastructure.
• Conduct regular inspections of guest areas, back‑of‑house spaces, plant rooms, and operational facilities.
• Work closely with department leaders to prioritise repairs, improvements, and operational requirements.
• Manage maintenance budgets, purchasing procedures, quotations, invoices, and associated administration.
• Review processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, safety, and service standards.

Skills

Leadership

Contractor management

Budget management

Compliance management

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Plumbing

Gas systems

Facilities management

Project management

Job description

Full-time | Leadership role | Competitive salary & benefits package

Soho House Amsterdam is part of a global community for creative people, offering a welcoming space to work, relax, and connect. Recently awarded a Michelin Key, our House is recognised for its exceptional comfort and design.

We’re looking for an experienced Maintenance Manager to lead our Maintenance team and oversee the day-to‑day operation of one of Amsterdam’s most distinctive hospitality destinations.

This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who combines strong technical expertise with excellent people management skills. You’ll be responsible for ensuring the building, facilities, and technical infrastructure operate safely, efficiently, and to the high standards expected by our members, guests, and teams. From preventative maintenance and compliance to contractor management and capital projects, you’ll play a key role in keeping the House running smoothly behind the scenes.

No two days are the same. One day you may be reviewing compliance requirements and managing suppliers, the next you’ll be troubleshooting a technical issue, overseeing a maintenance project, or supporting your team on the floor.

What you’ll do

• Lead, develop, and motivate the Maintenance team, ensuring high standards of performance and workmanship
• Oversee all planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, and building upkeep across the House
• Ensure compliance with all statutory inspections, health & safety requirements, and maintenance contracts
• Manage external contractors, suppliers, and service providers, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and to standard
• Lead maintenance projects from planning and budgeting through to completion
• Monitor and maintain key building systems, including electrical, plumbing, gas, HVAC, pool plant, fire safety, and building infrastructure
• Conduct regular inspections of guest areas, back‑of‑house spaces, plant rooms, and operational facilities
• Work closely with department leaders to prioritise repairs, improvements, and operational requirements
• Manage maintenance budgets, purchasing procedures, quotations, invoices, and associated administration
• Review processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, safety, and service standards

Your schedule

• Full‑time management position
• Primarily weekday‑based with flexibility based on operational requirements
• Availability to support evenings, weekends, and emergency situations when required
• Leadership presence during key projects, maintenance works, and peak trading periods

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience leading a maintenance function within hospitality, hotels, retail, or a similar operational environment
• Strong technical knowledge across general building maintenance, electrical systems, plumbing, gas, construction, and facilities management
• Experience managing contractors, service agreements, compliance schedules, and maintenance budgets
• Comfortable working in a busy, guest‑facing environment with multiple priorities
• Knowledge of Dutch regulations, maintenance suppliers, and contractor networks is highly desirable
• Experience with historic or monumental buildings is a strong advantage
• Strong organisational, project management, and problem‑solving skills
• Fluent English and Dutch, both written and spoken
• A proactive leader who takes ownership and leads by example
• Right to work in the Netherlands

What you’ll get

• Competitive salary package
• All House Membership
• Full travel reimbursement (above 7.5 km)
• Staff rates on Soho House bedrooms and discounts on Cowshed and retail products
• 50% discount in Soho House public restaurants and bars
• Partnership discounts with Go-Vital, OneFit, Swapfiets, and more
• Team events and social activities
• One paid moving day per year
• Two paid volunteering days per year
• Refer a friend and receive a €300 gross bonus
• The opportunity to lead the maintenance operation of one of Amsterdam’s most unique hospitality properties