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Lochardil House
Lochardil House is now part of the Highland Coast Hotels collection; nestled in the picturesque landscape of Inverness, it is a stunning example of Scottish architecture and heritage. This historic mansion, dating back to the 19th century, exudes charm and character at every turn. Surrounded by lush gardens and rolling hills, Lochardil House offers a serene and elegant setting for various events and gatherings. Its rich history, coupled with modern amenities and impeccable service, makes it the ideal venue for weddings, corporate retreats, and special occasions. Whether exploring the estate's manicured grounds or relaxing in its luxurious interiors, Lochardil House promises an unforgettable experience steeped in tradition and beauty.
We are offering a unique opportunity to join our brand new team to showcase your passion for Highland hospitality and be part of creating memorable moments in this timeless Scottish gem.
The Position:
We are currently seeking a reliable and practical Maintenance Person to support the day-to-day upkeep of the hotel and its grounds. This is a hands-on role responsible for carrying out general maintenance tasks to ensure the property remains safe, well-presented, and fully operational for our guests and team.
This is a part-time position, working 20 hours per week.
Your duties will include:
- Routine maintenance and repairs across the hotel
- Basic plumbing, electrical and joinery work
- Painting and decorating
- General DIY tasks
- Maintaining the outdoor areas of the property, including grass cutting, grounds upkeep, and ensuring the exterior areas are tidy and welcoming
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You will work closely with the hotel management team to respond to maintenance requests, address issues promptly, and assist with small improvement projects around the property. From time to time, you may also support external contractors when specialist repairs or servicing are required.
The successful candidate will take pride in maintaining the hotel to a high standard and ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes so that our guests enjoy a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
The Person:
Beyond the first-class physical modeling of our hotels, we’re also investing in our people. Our vision has four key pillars; our people, our guests, our communities, and our environment, and what matters most to us is delivering an authentic experience of the Scottish Highlands to our guests. This can only happen with a strong team that shares our Vision.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a maintenance or handyman role, ideally within hospitality, facilities, or property maintenance. You will have practical skills across a range of basic trades including plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, painting and decorating, and general repairs.
You should be organized, proactive, and capable of working independently while managing a varied workload. A strong eye for detail, pride in maintaining high standards, and a flexible approach to tasks are important in this role.
Most importantly, you will be dependable, hands-on, and committed to ensuring the hotel is well maintained for both guests and colleagues.
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The Package:
- Hourly rate of £14 per hour + service charge
- Company benefits including:
- Discount for you and your family and friends on accommodation, food, and beverages
- Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company
- EyeMed
- Cycle Scheme
- Employee discount platform providing savings at 130,000 retail and entertainment including supermarkets, holidays, shopping, and restaurants
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Refer a Friend incentive scheme
If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role in maintenance management, we invite you to join us. Apply now to become our next Maintenance Manager and contribute to the success of our esteemed establishment.
About Highland Coast Hotels
We are a collection of unique hotels located along the North Coast 500 with our people at the very heart of what we do. Spirit, warmth, authenticity, that’s what we look for. We encourage curiosity, energy, passion, and fun. Creating experiences that exhilarate and enlighten our guests as we showcase the very best in Highland Hospitality. It’s important to us that we nurture and develop our people to be the very best they can be. Training and career opportunities are on offer along with fabulous work locations, great rates of pay, flexible hours, and lots of other lovely perks. Find out more at highlandcoasthotels.com.
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