Apprentice Maintenance & Facilities Operative The Lowry Hotel, Manchester We are looking for a motivated Apprentice Maintenance & Facilities Operative to join our Facilities team at Manchester’s first five-star hotel, The Lowry. Reporting to the Assistant Facilities Manager, with a dotted line to the Head of Facilities & Compliance, this role offers the chance to gain hands-on experience in luxury hospitality while completing a recognised apprenticeship in partnership with Trafford & Stockport College. About the Apprenticeship As part of the apprenticeship, you will spend one paid day each week attending Stockport College, with the rest of your time working on-site at The Lowry Hotel. You will develop skills across a wide range of trades including carpentry, plumbing, plastering, tiling, painting and decorating, as well as general day-to-day maintenance. You’ll also gain knowledge of building safety, sustainability, and digital reporting, giving you a strong foundation for a career in facilities management. Your role will include: · Supporting the facilities team with daily maintenance and repair tasks. · Assisting with planned and responsive works across the hotel. · Learning and applying trade skills in a live hospitality environment. · Working both indoors and outdoors to maintain hotel standards. · Developing skills in sustainability and building performance optimisation. Hours of Work This is a full-time role on a shift basis, including weekends, with early and late shifts between 9am and 9pm. Flexibility is essential. What we’re looking for · Enthusiastic, hands-on attitude with a willingness to learn. · Strong teamwork and communication skills. · An interest in property maintenance and facilities management. · Commitment to The Lowry Hotel’s service brand pillars: Iconic, Individual, Intuitive. What we offer In return for your commitment to delivering five-star standards, we provide excellent training and development opportunities along with a range of benefits: · Uniform and meals on duty provided. · Unique team member discount: £25 per room only and 50% off all food and drink (friends & family discounts also available). · Discounted rates with Millennium & Copthorne Hotels. · Access to online training facilities with Flow. · Birthday day off. The Lowry Hotel is renowned for its contemporary interiors, understated luxury and five-star service. Join us and start your career in facilities within an iconic hospitality environment. The Lowry Hotel is proud to be an equal opportunities employer.