Maintenance Operative

Job description

Company Description

Mercure & ibis London Earls Court and Barnaby’s Restaurant & Bar provide guests with a warm welcome, spacious and comfortable accommodation with breath-taking views of the London skyline currently in the exciting process of a refurbishment with the aim to shift our hotel to a four-star hotel and new branding. Our new goal is to find the right candidates to be part of this amazing project to help us during the evolution to become a modern, stylish and innovative 12-storey hotel. The hotel is about to undergo a very unique project resulting in a dual branding stylish and modern hotel with a combination of 3* and 4* product.

Our promise  is caring and impeccable service. We nurture real passion for service and achievement beyond limits. 

Our mission  is to make the impossible possible to realise your dreams. 

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Department: Maintenance

Salary: £14.64/hr 

Maintenance Operative is skilled in a broad variety of household jobs. She/he will be responsible for completing routine maintenance, undertaking repairs and tackling a range of other practical tasks. Her/his duties can include formwork, carpentry, and minor electrical and plumbing work. 

MAIN DUTIES

·  The general repair and maintenance work, both on and off site;
·  Ensure all maintenance activities and failures are responded to efficiently and effectively
·  Carry out any reasonable emergency tasks, which are requested by Line Manager/Supervisor  
·  To undertake any other type of maintenance work in connection with functioning of the hotel premises as required by Line Manager/Supervisor 
·  Ensure safe disposal of hazardous waste products;
·  In the absence of Line Manager/Supervisor, liaise with external contractors regarding small reactive projects;
·  Ensuring plant room is kept in good order and free from defects
·  Active management of the carpentry stock as well as accurate record keeping for ordering purposes.
·  Be involved in Pro-Active Periodic Maintenance (PPM) across the property

The above list is not exhaustive, and this job description may reasonably be adjusted by the Line Manager/Supervisor within the scope of the work.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES

·  Knowledge and experience in carpentry and joinery
·  Knowledge of current Health and Safety regulations;
·  Computer and IT literate including the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook;
·  A team player and the ability to work on your own initiative;
·  Good interpersonal skills;
·  A flexible approach to working and committed to delivering high levels of customer service;
·  A positive and helpful attitude to work and colleagues;
·  A willingness to learn and adapt; Desirable skills and training:
·  First aid at work qualification;
·  Manual handling training;
·  Working at height training - Desirable skills

Additional Information

PERKS FOR YOU

·  Employee benefit card offering discounted rates at Accor worldwide
·  Free and delicious meal breaks on duty
·  Complimentary stays in UK and North Ireland
·  Friends & Family discounts
·  50% food discounts in our restaurants
·  Pension Scheme
·  Health Insurance
·  Eye Test Vouchers
·  Staff Uniforms Provided
·  Learning programs through our Academies
·  Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
·  Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21