Handyman jobs

Extrovert by nature and unafraid to be different.

Does this sound like you?

Then you’re just who we’re looking for.

Join us at Hotel AMANO Covent Garden, a boutique lifestyle hotel.

Located on Covent Garden’s Drury Lane with 141 rooms, two cocktail bars, rooftop terrace and a signature restaurant, it’s our first international destination, adding to our portfolio of eight hotels in Berlin, one in Munich, and one in Düsseldorf.

We are looking for a skilled and reliable Painter & Decorator with general handyman experience to join our Maintenance Team.

About the Role
The primary focus of this role will be painting and decorating throughout the hotel, ensuring our guest rooms, corridors and public areas are maintained to a high standard.
Alongside painting and decorating, you will assist the Maintenance Team with general handyman duties, minor repairs and day-to-day maintenance tasks as required.
You will also provide additional support and cover for our Maintenance Engineers during holidays and other absences, helping to ensure the smooth operation of the hotel.
~The role is primarily Monday to Friday, although flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends will be required to accommodate operational needs, planned works and maintenance cover.

Key ResponsibilitiesPainting & Decorating (Primary Responsibility)

* Carry out painting and decorating throughout guest rooms, corridors, public areas and back-of-house spaces.
* Complete surface preparation, including filling, sanding, caulking, priming and finishing.
* Carry out planned painting programmes, touch-ups and decorative repairs to maintain the hotel’s appearance.
* Ensure all decorating work is completed to a professional standard with excellent attention to detail.
* Protect furniture, flooring and surrounding areas while carrying out works.
* Maintain painting materials, tools and equipment in good condition.

General Maintenance & Handyman Duties
* Assist the Maintenance Team with general repairs and handyman tasks throughout the hotel.
* Carry out minor repairs, including basic carpentry, fixtures, fittings, door adjustments and furniture repairs.
* Assist with preventative maintenance tasks and general upkeep of the property.
* Respond to day-to-day maintenance requests when required.
* Provide cover for Maintenance Engineers during annual leave and other absences, undertaking suitable maintenance tasks within your skills and experience.
* Identify and report any defects or maintenance issues requiring specialist attention.
* Work closely with other hotel departments to ensure maintenance works cause minimal disruption to guests and hotel operations.
* Ensure all work is carried out safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

About You
* Proven professional painting and decorating experience is essential.
* Previous experience in general handyman work or building maintenance is required.
* Good practical knowledge of basic repairs, carpentry, fixtures and fittings.
* Ability to deliver high-quality painting and decorating finishes with excellent attention to detail.
* Experience working in a hotel, hospitality or similar commercial environment would be advantageous.
* Able to work independently, manage your workload and prioritise tasks effectively.
* Reliable, proactive and comfortable working as part of a team.
* Flexible and willing to assist with different maintenance duties when required.
* Willingness to provide maintenance cover during staff holidays and absences.
* Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends when operationally necessary.
* A positive attitude and pride in maintaining high standards.

If you’d like to break new ground with us, please get in touch!

Eligibility:

In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £31,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount

Experience:

• Maintenance: 3 years (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person