Maintenance Assistant

Maintenance Assistant
*** luxury hotel in London***

We are looking for an enthusiastic Maintenance Assistant to join our family on a full time basis. We are looking for someone that has previous experience as a Maintenance Engineer or Handyperson; with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team with great communication skills, both verbal and written.

Location: Chesterfield Mayfair Hotel, London, Mayfair W1J 5EB

Employment Type: Full-time

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

Salary: £25,397 per annum plus service charge

The Chesterfield Mayfair Hotel, part of Red Carnation Hotels, is a four‑star boutique hotel in the heart of exclusive Mayfair. It has 107 bedrooms, seven event spaces, a Butler’s Restaurant, a Terrace Bar, Stanley’s Rooftop Bar, and a Conservatory.

• Respond quickly and efficiently to all repair and maintenance issues throughout the hotel.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance to ensure smooth operation of hotel facilities.
• Undertake painting and touch‑up work across public areas and back‑of‑house spaces.
• Maintain and organise tools, materials, and equipment related to maintenance tasks.
• Liaise with all departments to minimise disruption and respond to maintenance requests promptly.
• Carry out minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general handyman duties as required.
• Ensure all work complies with relevant health, safety, and fire regulations.
• Keep accurate maintenance records and assist in maintaining service logs.

• Previous experience in a Maintenance Engineer or Handyperson role, preferably in a hotel or similar environment.
• Broad knowledge of basic trades including plumbing, electrical, painting, and general repairs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Great attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.
• A calm and professional manner, especially when dealing with guests and urgent issues.
• A flexible and proactive attitude with a willingness to work varied shifts.

• Holiday allowance starting at 20 days, increasing with length of service up to 27 days + 8 bank holidays.
• Excellent service charge added to salary every month.
• Professional, award‑winning learning and development opportunities from day one.
• Recommend a friend and family bonus scheme worth up to £600.
• Enhanced paid maternity and 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.
• Access to immediate Employee Assistance Programme.
• 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.
• 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.

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