Maintenance Manager, Holiday Cottage Cornwall

Blue Monkey, Kingsand, Cornwall; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000

Job description

Maintenance Manager, Holiday Cottage Cornwall

Location: Kingsand and Cawsand, Cornwall

Role Overview: We are looking for a reliable individual to carry out regular maintenance checks for a self-catering holiday cottage, ensuring the property remains in excellent condition for guests. The role involves overseeing general upkeep, addressing maintenance issues, and being on-call to assist guests during their stay.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct maintenance checks on changeover days between 10 AM and 3 PM.
• Weekly during high season
• Twice a week during low season
• Maintain a Grade II listed property, including performing necessary repairs.
• Be on-call while the cottage is occupied to provide guest assistance as needed (e.g., addressing minor issues such as appliance problems, leaks, etc.). Call-outs are compensated at £20 per instance.
• Regularly liaise with the property manager to ensure the property’s safety and compliance with regulations (e.g., PAT tests, gas safety certificates).
• General upkeep of equipment and property, including:
• Cleaning and maintaining 2 kayaks, 2 paddleboards, BBQ
• Replacing light bulbs and ensuring all amenities are in working order
• Taking out rubbish, checking logs and oil levels, and cleaning gullies
• Ensuring Wi-Fi is functional
• Distributing flyers to guests or within the local community

Required Skills:

• Basic maintenance skills, including:
• Painting and decorating
• Repairing minor issues such as leaks, sticking doors, etc.
• Building or carpentry experience is a plus but not required.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to manage your time effectively and prioritise tasks.

Additional Requirements:

• Own mobile phone for communication.
• Local resident with the ability to respond to guest-related issues within 1 hour.
• Own car for transportation to and from the property.

Ideal Candidate: This role would be ideal for someone who lives locally and is seeking a flexible second job. It offers a chance to contribute to maintaining a beautiful property while enjoying a variety of tasks.

If you’re interested, please get in touch with us via email at [e-mail].

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Temporary

Job function

Management and Manufacturing