About this role

Scop

This property is managed by Vertiq Hospitality Partners, formerly known as Cycas Hospitality, established in 2008. Vertiq Hospitality Partners is evolving from a hotel management company to an operating partner with a clear

Vision

to be the trusted operating partner in European hospitality investments.

Maintenance Assistant

Location

Prince's Square, Bayswater, London (W2 4NJ)

Department

Maintenance & Engineering (M&E)

Contract

Full-Time, Permanent (40 hours per week)

Salary

£34,000 per annum

Working Pattern

Shift pattern, including weekends

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled, proactive, and practical Maintenance Assistant to join our Maintenance & Engineering team. In this hands-on role, you will be instrumental in ensuring our hotel operates smoothly, maintaining high safety standards, and ensuring our guest rooms, public areas, and facilities remain in top condition.

Key Responsibilities

Routine Maintenance

Carry out general preventative and reactive maintenance across guest rooms, corridors, reception, and back-of-house areas (basic plumbing, minor electrical, carpentry, painting, and decorating).

Defect Resolution

Respond promptly to daily maintenance requests logged via our operations management system and front desk team.

Health & Safety Compliance

Assist with routine health, safety, and fire safety checks (testing emergency lighting, water temperature monitoring, and routine inspections).

Contractor & Project Support

Assist external maintenance contractors and support planned refurbishment or repair projects.

Tools & Inventory Management

Keep maintenance workshop spaces clean, organized, and ensure tools and spare parts inventory are properly maintained.

What We Are Looking For

Previous experience in general building maintenance, trade work, or hotel facility operations.

Good working knowledge of painting.

Good working knowledge of basic plumbing, painting, plaster repairs, and minor electrical tasks.

A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with high attention to detail.

Strong communication skills and a professional demeanor when interacting with guests and staff.

Ability to work flexibly across a shift rotation, including weekends.

What We Offer

Competitive salary of £34,000 per annum

Internal growth and development opportunities

Employee discounts across hotel services and partner networks

Complimentary shift meals and uniform provided