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Maintenance Assistant
Location: Broughton Sanctuary, Skipton
Job Type: Full time

About Broughton Sanctuary
Broughton Sanctuary is a truly special place, set within 3,000 acres of stunning Yorkshire countryside near Skipton, offering transformational wellbeing retreats, luxurious accommodations, unique experiences and unforgettable events. As a leading destination for wellbeing, sustainability, and hospitality, we are looking for a proactive and skilled Maintenance Assistant to join our Facilities Team and support the smooth operation of our diverse and dynamic Estate.

Role Overview
As a Maintenance Assistant at Broughton Sanctuary, you will play a key role in ensuring our hospitality spaces, Estate buildings, and guest facilities are safe, well-maintained, and functioning to the highest standards. This is a semi-skilled role, ideal for someone with a trade background who takes pride in their work and has a can-do attitude. You will carry out planned maintenance, respond to day-to-day repairs, and conduct statutory checks across a wide variety of buildings including historic spaces, retreat areas, guest cottages, and commercial properties.

Key Responsibilities

1. Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) across all hospitality and estate buildings
2. Conduct legionella testing, emergency lighting checks, and fire door inspections in accordance with compliance requirements
3. Support pool plant operations (e.g., backwashing, water testing)
4. Conduct boiler and generator checks (biomass and oil)
5. Assist with vehicle maintenance - including vans, ATVs, and plant machinery
6. Undertake basic plumbing, joinery, and electrical repairs in line with experience
7. Respond to reactive maintenance issues, including weekend call-outs on a rota basis
8. Carry out general estate support - tidiness, minor repairs, external area upkeep
9. Provide support during guest retreats and events as needed
10. Liaise with other departments to ensure a seamless guest and staff experience

Requirements

1. A minimum of 5 years' experience in general maintenance or a relevant trade role
2. Background in joinery or plumbing preferred
3. Good working knowledge of compliance requirements (e.g. lighting, water, fire safety testing)
4. Practical, hands-on problem-solver with great attention to detail
5. Friendly, professional, and dependable team player
6. Full UK driving licence essential
7. Physical ability to perform manual tasks and occasional outdoor work in all weather conditions

Essential Requirements

1. Flexibility to work weekends (2 per month on rotation)
2. 40 hours per week
3. A driver with access to own vehicle

Benefits

1. Company pension scheme
2. Annual discretionary bonus
3. Free access to Sanctuary Wellbeing Schedule
4. Subsidised meals at Utopia Bistro
5. Family & Friends discounts on Sanctuary events and stays
6. Opportunity to work in a truly unique and beautiful environment

How to Apply
If you take pride in your craft and would love to be part of a dynamic team in an inspiring setting, we'd love to hear from you. Join us at Broughton Sanctuary and contribute to creating an exceptional experience for our guests and community.