Grounds and Maintenance Manager

Job Overview

We are looking for a Grounds and Maintenance Manager to join our team at Keswick Reach Lodge Retreat in Cockermouth, Cumbria.

This is a permanent position to work full time hours. You will work 40 hours across variable days, including weekends and bank holidays.

• Oversee the smooth operation of the grounds and maintenance department.
• Be responsible for the day to day running of the grounds and maintenance team.
• Assist with the maintenance of all company buildings and guest accommodation.
• Assist with testing and maintenance of hot tubs.
• Carry out grass cutting, strimming, edging and turfing to a five star standard.
• Actively promote the retreat and its facilities.
• Keep the retreat grounds and public areas free of debris.
• Assist with the weeding, spraying and watering of gardens.
• Organise and maintain fair staff rotas.
• Ensure staff motivation is high and be sure the team are trained.
• Comply promptly with all maintenance jobs issued on the daily.

• Previous maintenance / grounds supervisory / managerial experience is preferred.
• Hot tub maintenance experience is advantageous.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills are essential.
• A driving licence and the ability to drive is essential for this role due to the use of site buggies/vehicles.

• Competitive rate of pay
• Enhanced holiday entitlement (with the option to cash in a number of holidays per year)
• Discounted staff breaks at our luxurious holiday resorts across the UK
• Free use of all Darwin Escapes resort facilities including many free gyms and swimming pools
• Food discount across all resorts
• Discounts on spa treatments
• 'Introduce a friend' recruitment bonus
• 100% work attendance bonus
• Company employee sick pay
• Compassionate leave pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free access to the Darwin Academy training programme to help further your career and skill levels
• Cycle to work scheme
• Medi Cash cash plan
• Competitive salary
• Discount on meals purchased
• Discount on spa treatments or products
• Subject to terms and conditions

'Darwin Escapes is successful because of our Team, who are like minded, dedicated and committed to delivering outstanding standards and customer experience. We strive to set the standard, with a range of five-star destinations across the UK offering holiday breaks, holiday home ownership, and much more. We employ and reward the very best talent, regardless of gender, race, ethnic or national origin, disability, religion, sexual orientation or age.

And that's how we seek out future potential too, recruiting from the widest available pool. Our approach to recruitment and selection is fair, open and based purely on merit. Due to the high volume of applications we receive for some roles, we are not always able to contact every applicant individually. A Darwin Escape will always be the perfect destination.

A chance to unwind, power down or charge up! You'll be all set to explore, seize adventure, dream bigger and let go of it all. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat in a picturesque rural setting, or a fun-packed family break in the heart of the action, we've got the perfect escape waiting for you. Each of our locations are unique - no two are the same.

We have lots of different accommodation, from luxury lodges complete with their own private hot tub, through to family-sized caravans and even tree houses. We want you to love your escape, so we are always striving for excellence. All of our resorts are beautifully-maintained, with our award-winning facilities and stunning accommodation. Where you can relax and unwind or have an adventure filled holiday break away - make it your holiday, your way.

Start your career with one of the fastest growing companies in the UK holiday industry. Darwin Escapes has 18 locations across the country, each with its own unique personality and offering, including luxurious lodge retreats, more family focused destinations and countryside tranquil locations. We offer something for everyone, from our holidays guests, holiday home owners to our valued staff. No matter where you are in the country we are sure to have a resort near you.

Whether you're down at the southern-most point of Cornwall or all the way up to Keswick, Cumbria, and everywhere in between, we have the career for you! If you're looking for a role in entertainment, food and beverage or at a management level the Darwin family will have the career waiting for you. With a friendly and encouraging environment you can start your career at Darwin Escapes with lots of opportunities for progression or movement amongst locations.

We employ and reward the very best talent, regardless of gender, race, ethnic or national origin, disability, religion, sexual orientation or age. Our approach to recruitment and selection is fair, open and based purely on merit.