Maintenance Technician

Forge Holiday Group; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading holiday company is looking for a Maintenance Technician to ensure sites are safe and operational across Chester HQ and regions in the UK. This role involves conducting inspections, supporting preventative maintenance, and collaborating with contractors. Candidates should have relevant experience in maintenance coordination, strong problem-solving skills, and a full UK Driving Licence. Benefits include a performance-based bonus, generous holiday allowance, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Annual performance-based bonus

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Extra days for long service

Your birthday off

2 paid volunteering days

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave

B Corp certified employer

Exclusive holiday discounts

Wellbeing perks including gym access

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Relevant experience coordinating hard services within a corporate office or multi-site environment.
• Problem-solving skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Knowledge of building systems, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general maintenance.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A full, clean UK Driving Licence (please declare if you have any points).

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of company facilities to identify maintenance or repair needs.
• Assist with plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general maintenance tasks.
• Collaborate with external contractors to schedule and oversee repairs.
• Support preventative maintenance programs and monitor facilities systems.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities.
• Respond promptly to facilities-related emergencies.

Skills

Relevant experience coordinating hard services

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of building systems

Strong organisational skills

Full, clean UK Driving Licence

Job description

• 🏢 Location: Chester HQ (with regional travel to our locations)
• 💰 Salary: £30,000 to £32,000 per annum.
• ⏰ Working Days & Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
• 🛠️ Team: People & Culture / Small Works
• 🤝 Reporting to: Small Works Manager

At Forge Holiday Group, we don’t just do holidays, we create memories. With market‑leading brands like Sykes Holiday Cottages, Forest Holidays, and Bachcare in New Zealand, we’re 1,700+ strong and powered by four values: One Business, Keep it Simple, Grow & Learn, Sustainable Impact.

We’re looking for a Maintenance Technician to help keep our sites safe, operational, and looking their best. If you enjoy problem‑solving, hands‑on work, and supporting a wide range of maintenance and operational activities across multiple locations, this could be the perfect fit for you.

About the Maintenance Technician Role

As a Maintenance Technician, you’ll be essential in keeping our buildings, facilities, and equipment in top condition. You’ll assist with repairs, inspections, preventative maintenance, furniture assembly, painting, decorating, and support operational tasks across our Chester HQ and wider UK estate. This is a varied, hands‑on role, perfect for someone who loves to get involved and make a real difference.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct inspections of company facilities to identify maintenance or repair needs
• Assist with plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general maintenance tasks
• Collaborate with external contractors to schedule and oversee repairs
• Support preventative maintenance programs and monitor facilities systems
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment inventories
• Review and follow RAMS for all tasks and projects
• Respond promptly to facilities‑related emergencies
• Support office moves, refurbishments, and desk planning
• Assist with furniture assembly, painting, decorating, and smaller building projects
• Monitor and manage inventory of parts, supplies, and equipment
• Contribute to sustainability initiatives, such as waste and plastic reduction
• Support wider maintenance teams with ad hoc projects as required

What You’ll Bring

• ✅ Relevant experience coordinating hard services within a corporate office or multi‑site environment
• ✅ Problem‑solving skills and a customer‑focused approach
• ✅ Knowledge of building systems, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general maintenance
• ✅ Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• ✅ A full, clean UK Driving Licence (please declare if you have any points).

Even Better If You Have

• ➡️ Experience using an automated FM system
• ➡️ Health & Safety knowledge or relevant experience
• ➡️ Experience supporting sustainability or operational improvement projects

What You’ll Be Part Of

• Smooth operations and maintenance across Chester HQ and ~40 UK sites
• Timely completion of repairs, maintenance, and small projects
• Accurate records and compliance with RAMS and health & safety
• Office moves, desk planning, and refurbishment projects
• Sustainability initiatives, including waste reduction and energy efficiency

Forge Holiday Group Benefits

• Annual STIP Company‑wide Bonus performance‑based bonus
• 33 days holiday (incl. bank hols) + extra days for long service
• Your birthday off
• 2 paid volunteering days
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave - (24 weeks maternity, 3 weeks paternity at 100% pay)
• B Corp certified, we care about people & planet
• Exclusive holiday discounts for you, friends, and family
• Wellbeing perks, gym access at HQ, health cash plan
• Hybrid working & on‑site parking
• Training & development to keep you growing

Reasonable Adjustments

We’re at our best when everyone can bring their authentic self to work. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences, recognising the power of diverse perspectives. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, our team will be happy to help.

If you’re hands‑on, organised, proactive, and passionate about keeping workplaces running smoothly, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!