Maintenance Assistant - London

Maintenance Assistant - The Zetter Townhouse, Clerkenwell

Overview

Once credited with reinventing the boutique hotel concept, The Zetter Group have become known for value driven, boutique properties, rich with character. It is this attention to detail, narrative and the guest experience that sets The Zetter Group's properties apart from the competition. Our venues include The Zetter Hotel, The Zetter Townhouse Clerkenwell, Grain Store and the newly opened The Zetter Townhouse Marylebone.
Sustainability is at the heart of The Zetter Group's culture and we believe that this is the only way to operate. Success to us means more than just turning a profit. It's about doing the right thing for our people, our guests, our communities and our environment. It makes us feel good AND it makes good business sense.

We are offering unique opportunities for a highly motivated and experienced commercial Maintenance Assistant with real enthusiasm and team spirit to join our brilliant Maintenance team. You will already possess general experience working as a Handyperson with maintenance skills including painting and decorating, basic plumbing, carpentry and knowledge of electrics.

Each day will be different and the work will range from quick fix lone-working jobs to longer term projects within a team.

Skills

• Previous experience working as a Maintenance Assistant.
• Fluent spoken and written English, a second language would be desirable but not essential.
• Have good organisation and time management skills.
• Use own initiative.
• Computer literate, proficient in Office packages.
• Have a positive, friendly and enthusiastic approach towards guests and colleagues.
• Exceptional written and spoken communication skills.
• Excellent problem solving skills.
• Great attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, and the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate.
• Complete daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment maintenance procedures and maintains records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
• Inspect drives, motors, and belts, check fluid levels, replace filters, seals, and perform other maintenance actions, following checklists.
• Inspect, operate, and test machinery and equipment in order to diagnose machine malfunctions.
• Replaces broken windows, floor, repairs doors, door hinges and door locks, installs / repairs window blinds, shutters.
• Repair electrical locks and control panels to maintain building security.
• Respond immediately to equipment breakdowns.
• Assemble, install and / or repair wiring, electrical and electronic components, pipe systems and plumbing machinery and equipment.
• Record maintenance and repair work performed and the costs of the work

Rewards and benefits

• Competitive salary package, referral bonuses and rewards for any implemented ideas you suggest.
• Inclusion in the group profit sharing scheme.
• Flexible working hours, with a maximum working week guide in place.
• Career development opportunities with support and guidance.
• Access to private loans and travel card loans.
• Preferential room rates for both staff and their friends and families.
• Discounts on food and drink throughout The Zetter Group restaurants.
• Annual social events.
• Employee benefits such as weekly massages, English lessons and childcare vouchers.
• Additional days holiday for every year of service.

This is a full time role, with early morning, late evening and weekend shifts.

If you feel that you fit the above and are keen to join our expanding family, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.  No agencies please.