Maintenance Technician

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 35,000

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Maintenance Technician ***luxury hotel in Edinburgh***

We are looking for an enthusiastic Maintenance Technician to join our family on a full-time basis. This position reports to the Maintenance Manager. We are looking for someone that has previous experience as a Maintenance Technician with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team with great communication skills, both verbal and written.

Location: 100 Princes Street, Edinburgh

Employment Type: Full-time

Working Pattern: Shift work (5 days on, 2 days off)

Red Carnation Hotel Collection is a family-owned hotelier business with 18 stunning properties all over the world. We are proud to be AA's Hotel Group of the Year (2024)! We have won numerous awards such as Best Employer (2023) and Sustainable Business (2023) at The Cateys. We are proud in our commitment to developing our own and were honoured to have won for the third time a Princess Royal Training Award (2017, 2020, 2023) by HRH The Princess Royal and City & Guilds and proud to be the first privately owned company retaining its Platinum Investors in People accolade globally. To further enhance our standing we have won Top Employer (2024) for the United Kingdom which certified our excellent in employee conditions.

100 Princes Street is our first hotel in Scotland and is home to 25 iconic guest rooms and five suites. The hotel’s two signature suites – The Archibald and The Isobel – boast direct views of Edinburgh castle. The interiors of 100 Princes Street are inspired by Scottish explorers and their travels. Scottish artisan weaver, Araminta Campbell, was commissioned to create five bespoke tartans for the hotel, that adorn the walls of every bedroom and suite. A number of bedrooms enjoy stunning views across Princes Street Gardens towards Edinburgh Castle. All guest rooms are equipped with every mod-con, including charging points for a variety of devices. The Wallace is our all-day lounge, dining room, well-stocked bar, library and tasting room, guests can dine on delicious hearty fare, made using the freshest local produce while sipping on a single malt or artisan gin, or relax and enjoy traditional afternoon tea while gazing at Edinburgh Castle.

Key Responsibilities of a Maintenance Technician:

• Respond to any repair or maintenance issues throughout the hotel as and when they arise, ensuring minimal disruption to guest services.
• Carry out regular checks and maintenance procedures to prevent breakdowns and ensure the smooth running of the hotel’s facilities.
• Oversee the painting of public and back-of-house areas to maintain the hotel's aesthetic appeal and upkeep.
• Be responsible for the tools, materials, and supplies used during maintenance duties, ensuring they are properly stored and maintained.

What are we looking for?

• A background as a Maintenance Technician, ideally in a hotel or similar hospitality setting.
• The ability to work independently, when necessary, while also being a collaborative team player.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to coordinate with other teams and report issues efficiently.
• A proactive attitude with the ability to resolve issues quickly and efficiently to ensure guest satisfaction and hotel operations.

What’s in it for you?

• Holiday allowance starting at 20 days and increasing with length of service up to 27 days + 8 bank holidays.
• Excellent service charge added to your salary every month.
• Professional, award winning learning and development opportunities from day one.
• Fantastic recommend a friend and family bonus scheme worth up to £600.
• Enhanced paid maternity leave & paternity leave.
• 50% off on food and 25% off on beverages in any Red Carnation Hotels F&B outlets.
• Discounted accommodation rates at Red Carnation Hotels worldwide.
• Two paid volunteering days each year, because we care about our community.
• Access to immediate Employee Assistance Programme, because we care about our employees.
• Vibrant hotel recognition events every month and hotel-based incentives (Employee of the Month / Manager of the Quarter).
• Social and team building events per hotel.
• Global Employee Appreciation Party, where we get to celebrate our incredible teams.
• Complimentary uniform and dry-cleaning services.

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