Maintenance Technician (m/f) - Aethos Ericeira

Aethos AG; Ericeira; Remote; EUR 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Aethos Ericeira, perched above Calada Beach, opened in September 2022 as the ultimate oceanfront retreat with 50 rooms, a restaurant and bar, pool, gym and spa. We are seeking a passionate Maintenance Technician to join our team; you will help ensure the proper operation, conservation, and safety of the hotel, contributing to a flawless guest experience.

Join a community-driven workplace that values sustainability, wellness, and hospitality excellence, with on-site responsibilities and

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance, facilities, or a similar role.
• Portuguese fluency; English knowledge is a plus.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proactive, responsible and team-oriented attitude.
• Availability to work with hotel industry schedules.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance across facilities and equipment.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from departments and suppliers.
• Follow safety protocols and use PPE correctly.
• Inspect property and keep work areas organized and safe.
• Log completed tasks and report to the Maintenance Manager.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Portuguese language

English knowledge

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Team oriented

Pressure management

Flexibility

Job description

Join the Aethos Community – Purposeful Hospitality!

At Aethos, we believe in extraordinary places, passionate people, and meaningful connections. Hospitality should inspire and elevate — leaving a lasting impact on mind, body, and soul. That is why we carefully select our locations and build teams that seek more than just a job — teams that thrive in a true community.

Aethos focuses on sustainability, wellness, and the luxury of time and space. We create escapes from the everyday, offering a sanctuary from the stresses of modern life. Our goal? To redefine hospitality — building a place where guests and team members alike feel at home, inspired, and connected.

About Aethos Ericeira

Perched above Calada Beach, just 10 minutes from Ericeira, Aethos Ericeira opened in September 2022 as the ultimate oceanfront retreat. With 50 rooms, a restaurant and bar, a heated saltwater pool with a pool bar, gym, and spa, it is a haven for travelers seeking both adventure and relaxation.

Join Us!

We are looking for a passionate Maintenance Technician (m/f) to join our team. Here, you will not just be repairing equipment; you will be part of a community that ensures the proper operation, conservation, and safety of the entire hotel, making sure our guests' experience is as flawless as the Ericeira horizon.

Key Responsibilities & Mission

• Preventive and Corrective Maintenance: Perform preventive and corrective maintenance tasks across the hotel’s facilities and equipment, identifying and reporting breakdowns or technical needs.
• Operations & Technical Support: Promptly respond to maintenance requests from various departments, supporting the resolution of technical issues affecting daily operations.
• Safety & Best Practices: Strictly follow safety protocols, correctly use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and report any situations that may pose a risk to people, equipment, or facilities.
• Organization & Inspection: Conduct regular inspections of the property, keeping technical and work areas organized, clean, and safe while ensuring proper care of tools and machinery.
• Collaboration & Reporting: Log and update completed maintenance tasks, reporting status updates to the Maintenance Manager / POM, and supporting external contractors or suppliers when needed.
• Conservation & Improvement: Contribute to the continuous upkeep of the hotel, promoting responsible use of resources and identifying opportunities for upgrades or replacements.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Experience & Technical Skills: Previous experience in maintenance, technical facilities, or a similar role is preferred, along with solid general technical knowledge suitable for the position.
• Languages: Proficiency in Portuguese adequate for the role; working knowledge of English is a plus.
• Personal Skills: Strong organizational abilities, problem-solving mindset, and clear communication skills.
• Attitude: Proactive, responsible, team-oriented, and able to prioritize tasks effectively under pressure.
• Flexibility: Operational availability and flexibility aligned with hotel industry schedules.

What We Offer:

• Stability: Full-time employment contract for an on-site position.
• Compensation & Benefits: Base salary competitive with experience + Health Insurance.
• Environment: Integration into a young, stable, and dynamic team dedicated to hospitality excellence.
• Development: Continuous training and career development opportunities within the AETHOS Group.
• Resources: Full access to all necessary tools, equipment, PPE, and systems to support daily operations.