The Opportunity
A great hotel experience depends on the small things working perfectly—from lighting and heating to fixtures, fittings, and quick responses when something goes wrong. As a Hotel Maintenance Team Member, you’ll play an important part in keeping our hotel safe, functional, and welcoming every day.
We’re looking for a skilled, motivated, and dependable individual who enjoys practical work, problem‑solving, and being part of a supportive team. This is a hands-on role where your work makes a real difference to guest comfort and team confidence.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
Day-to-Day Maintenance Support
1. Carry out a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks across the hotel, including basic plumbing, electrical, and mechanical work.
2. Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies, resolving issues efficiently and calmly.
Preventative Care & Attention to Detail
3. Assist with routine inspections of hotel facilities and equipment, spotting issues early and helping prevent disruption.
4. Support the delivery of preventative maintenance programmes that keep everything working as it should.
Safety, Care & Standards
5. Ensure all maintenance work is carried out safely and in line with health & safety guidelines and procedures.
6. Take pride in maintaining clean, tidy, and safe working areas at all times.
Teamwork & Communication
7. Work closely with the Maintenance Manager and wider hotel team, supporting tasks and projects as required.
8. Assist with coordinating contractors and suppliers, helping ensure work is completed to a good standard and within agreed timescales.
Records & Responsibility
9. Keep accurate records of work completed, parts used, and any relevant costs.
10. Communicate clearly about issues identified, actions taken, and follow-up required.
Benefits
11. Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across our Best Western hotel portfolio.
12. Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 access for our employees to call and get support and advice on any issues they may be experiencing.
13. Refer a friend scheme from £500 to £1000 per referral.
14. Hospital Plan.
15. Online Health Portal.
16. Eye Care.
17. Employee Discount Schemes - 100's of discounts, ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
18. Pension Scheme.
19. Free meals on duty.
20. Cycle to Work - Our Cycle2Work schemes from Halfords help all our employees save money and keep fit.
Who This Role Is For
This role is ideal for someone who:
21. Enjoys hands-on, practical work and fixing problems
22. Takes pride in keeping spaces safe, functional, and well cared for
23. Is reliable, organised, and motivated to do a good job
24. Feels satisfied when others can relax and work comfortably because of their efforts
25. Works well as part of a team and is happy to support where needed
26. Wants to build experience and develop skills within a hotel environment
You may already be working in maintenance—or you could be someone with strong practical skills looking to apply them in a busy, supportive hospitality setting.
Hotel
The Derby Midland Hotel, and has a total of 102 bedrooms. It is centrally located in the city centre
About us
Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.