Maintenance Technician [relocation required]

Hotel Co; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A European hotel operator is seeking a Maintenance Technician to lead Planned and Preventative Maintenance at their AC Hotel in Inverness, Scotland. The role involves managing health & safety compliance, performing routine repairs, and liaising with contractors. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems. Relocation support and a competitive salary with benefits are offered.

Benefits

Health Cash Plan

Marriott global hotel discounts

28 holidays, rising to 32 with service

Fun, team-oriented work culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience with HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety regulations.
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual work.

Responsibilities

• Lead all Planned and Preventative Maintenance.
• Manage the maintenance budget with cost efficiency.
• Respond to team and guest maintenance requests.

Skills

Hands-on experience with HVAC

Plumbing skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Strong communication skills

Organizational ability

Tools

BMS

HVAC systems

Hotel management software (Opera, GXP)

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Technician [relocation required] – AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness, Inverness, Scotland.

Location: Inverness, Scotland

Contract: Full-Time

Salary: Competitive, plus excellent benefits

Relocation Support: Temporary accommodation available to help you get settled

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead all Planned and Preventative Maintenance (bedrooms, plant rooms, equipment, etc.)
• Take ownership of Health & Safety compliance and due diligence
• Maintain all physical and electronic records, certificates, and logs
• Chair the hotel’s Health & Safety Committee
• Liaise with contractors and suppliers for repairs, servicing, and installations
• Manage the maintenance budget with an eye for cost-efficiency
• Carry out risk assessments and document all incidents (including RIDDOR)
• Train staff in key areas: H&S, fire panel/evacuation, manual handling
• Respond promptly to team and guest maintenance requests
• Perform routine repairs in lighting, plumbing, electrics, carpentry, and decorating
• Execute regular fire alarm, sprinkler, and water safety tests
• Operate technical systems (BMS, HVAC) and hotel platforms (Opera, GXP)
• Maintain clean and safe workspaces, indoors and out—including green areas
• Read and record energy usage and meter data

Essential

What We’re Looking For

• Proven hands-on experience with HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety regulations and record-keeping
• Experience with minor repairs: lighting, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and decorating
• Able to work independently and stay well organised
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual work
• Friendly, professional, and a natural team player
• Fluent English speaker with clear communication skills
• Confident using tech systems and tools

Desired

• Experience managing Planned and Preventative Maintenance programmes
• Familiarity with fire/life safety systems (e.g. sprinklers, alarms, panels)
• Knowledge of hotel tech systems like BMS, GXP, and Opera
• Experience handling departmental budgets
• Ability to train colleagues in core H&S and operational areas
• Prior involvement in Health & Safety Committees

Why Join Us?

• The chance to relocate to the beautiful Scottish Highlands
• Temporary accommodation support available while you settle in (with flexible terms)
• Genuine autonomy and ownership of your department
• Support from a motivated, friendly team
• A growing company with plenty of opportunities to learn and develop

Benefits That Work For You

• Health Cash Plan
• Marriott global hotel discounts (plus Friends & Family rates)
• Discounts on food and drink at Marriott properties
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• Company pension
• 28 holidays (rising to 32 with service)
• Fun, team-oriented work culture

About Us

Hotel Co 51 is a fast-growing European hotel operator managing 35+ Marriott-branded properties across 8 countries. AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness is part of this exciting group—designed for modern travellers who value style, simplicity, and quality.

Make the Move

If you’re ready for a fresh start and a role that rewards ownership and initiative, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward a new chapter in Inverness.