Maintenance Team Member

The Queen at Chester Hotel, Premier Collection By Best Western

The Opportunity

Are you a skilled and motivated individual with a knack for fixing things and keeping everything in top shape? We're looking for a dynamic Hotel Maintenance Team Member to help ensure our hotel runs smoothly and efficiently.

What You'll Do:

• Keep Things Running: Carry out regular maintenance and repair work on the hotel's equipment and facilities, including plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Respond Swiftly: Address maintenance requests and emergencies promptly and efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption.
• Inspect and Improve: Conduct regular inspections of the hotel's facilities and equipment, identifying and addressing any maintenance issues.
• Maintain Records: Keep accurate records of all maintenance work, including expenses, completed tasks, and parts used.
• Prevent Problems: Assist in implementing preventative maintenance programs to keep all equipment and facilities in excellent working order.
• Manage Relationships: Help manage external contractors and suppliers, ensuring all work is completed to a high standard and within budget.
• Ensure Safety: Adhere to health and safety guidelines, ensuring all maintenance work is carried out safely.
• Support the Team: Assist 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

Welcome to the original railway hotel. Since 1860, we’ve been creating wonderful experiences for discerning travellers. Situated at the gateway to Chester, we offer a stylish escape, a place to rest from your journey, and a luxurious, well-connected base to explore Chester and beyond.

Our hotel is renowned for its rich heritage and stunning public areas, where you can enjoy great food, afternoon teas, and signature cocktails. Don’t miss our hidden gem, the terrace, a tranquil oasis in the heart of the city.

Built opposite Chester station to serve first-class rail passengers, this hotel has an illustrious past. This magnificent brick and stucco Italianate building was considered the first skyscraper of its time. Since opening in 1860, it has hosted notable guests such as Charles Dickens, Cecil Rhodes, and Lillie Langtry.

All 218 bedrooms feature superfast Wi-Fi, a TV, and 24-hour room service. The hotel also offers 8 conference rooms, ideal for any event, meeting, or wedding.

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.