Maintenance Team Member
London Croydon Aerodrome Hotel, Signature Collection Hotel by Best Western
The Opportunity
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Hotel Maintenance Team Member to join our team. As a member of the hotel maintenance team, you will be responsible for carrying out a range of maintenance and repair work to ensure that all equipment and facilities are in good working order.
Responsibilities:
- Carrying out regular maintenance and repair work on the hotel's equipment and facilities, including plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
- Responding promptly to any maintenance requests or emergencies, and addressing them in a timely and efficient manner.
- Conducting regular inspections of the hotel's facilities and equipment to identify any maintenance issues and ensure that they are addressed promptly.
- Keeping accurate records of all maintenance work, including expenses, work completed, and parts used.
- Assisting with the implementation of preventative maintenance programs to ensure that all equipment and facilities are well-maintained and in good working order.
- Assisting with the management of external contractors and suppliers, including ensuring that all work is completed to a high standard and within budget.
- Adhering to health and safety guidelines and ensuring that all maintenance work is carried out safely.
- Assisting with other tasks and projects as required by the Maintenance Manager or senior management.
Benefits
- Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across our best western hotel portfolio.
- Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
- Eye care
- Free legal & money advice
- Counseling sessions
- Hospital & death benefit plans
- Cycle to work scheme
- Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
- Recipe ideas
- Advice on keeping active and healthy living
- Wellbeing podcasts and tv
- Breathing exercises
- 24/7 advice and support line
- Team reward & recognition
- Free meals on duty
- Free parking
Ideal Candidate
- Previous experience working in a maintenance role in a hotel or similar environment.
- Strong technical skills and a good understanding of building and facility systems.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to work well as part of a team.
- A flexible and adaptable approach to work, with the ability to work evenings and weekends if required.
- A good understanding of health and safety guidelines and procedures.
Hotel
The London Croydon Aerodrome Hotel, part of the Signature Collection Hotel by Best Western, is in an incredibly convenient location. Easy access to central London which is just 12 miles away and only 15 minutes by train from East Croydon Station.
The hotel has 110 bedrooms including family bedrooms, stylish wedding venue for up to 130 guests plus 5 meeting rooms for up to 170 delegates.
The hotel provides great value, premium accommodation just outside London for both business travellers to the south-east of England or families looking to be thrilled at Chessington World of Adventures or Thorpe Park.
Of course, all of London’s top attractions such as Buckingham Palace and the London Eye are just a short distance away and that’s why our location is ideal for short breaks in the capital.
About us
Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.
