Maintenance Team Leader

Maintenance Team Leader

Full-Time 28520 - 30000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
InterContinental Hotels Group

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead the Maintenance team to ensure a safe and luxurious environment for guests.
  • Company: Join the iconic InterContinental Edinburgh The George, a luxury hotel with rich history.
  • Benefits: Enjoy complimentary stays, generous discounts, 28-33 days holiday, and financial wellbeing support.
  • Other info: Inclusive workplace with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact by enhancing guest experiences in a vibrant hotel setting.
  • Qualifications: Experience in maintenance roles and a passion for luxury service are essential.

The predicted salary is between 28520 - 30000 £ per year.

A fantastic opportunity for a Maintenance Team Leader to join us at our InterContinental Edinburgh the George on a Full-Time contract! InterContinental® Edinburgh The George Hotel has been serving guests since 1881, offering a luxury experience with unique character and a charming building, home to Scotland’s first Le Petit Beefbar Restaurant. As the largest luxury hotel brand, we provide guests with a cosmopolitan stay of discreet luxury and culinary expertise.

Benefits

  • Complimentary stay for you +1 upon successful completion of probation.
  • Generous discounts across our F&B outlets at Kimpton Charlotte Square and InterContinental Edinburgh The George, as well as spa & gym discounts at our Kimpton property.
  • 28 days holiday each year, including bank holidays, increasing up to a maximum of 33 days pro‑rated, and Enhanced Family Leave.
  • Wagestream – a financial wellbeing app for saving, tracking and withdrawing pay.
  • Paid volunteering days, discounts for hotels and restaurants worldwide, and participation in our Refer a Friend programme.

Role Responsibilities

As a Maintenance Assistant, your main duties and responsibilities include leading and supporting the Maintenance team to work behind the scenes:

  • Ensuring the hotel is a safe environment for guests and team members.
  • Completing ad‑hoc jobs and predicting problems before they arise.
  • Communicating with wider hotel teams to resolve issues promptly.

Qualifications

To succeed as a Maintenance Team Leader, you will need:

  • Experience working as a maintenance assistant, plumber, electrician, or painter/decorator within a hotel environment.
  • Knowledge of health and safety and a passion for ensuring a safe working environment.
  • A passion for providing luxury experiences and willingness to go above and beyond to personalise guests’ stays.
  • Ability to work together in a team with guests as the centre focus.

You must meet the legal requirements to work in the UK. As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any adjustments or support at any stage. At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to any protected characteristic.

InterContinental Hotels Group

Contact Details:

InterContinental Hotels Group Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Maintenance Team Leader

Leadership Skills
Team Management
Health and Safety Knowledge
Problem-Solving Skills
Communication Skills
Customer Service Orientation
Technical Skills in Maintenance (plumbing, electrical, painting/decorating)