Maintenance Manager in Belfast

This is your opportunity to play a pivotal role in one of Belfast's most recent boutique hotel openings.

Who We Are: The Bedford Hotel Belfast is a prestigious boutique hotel set within the iconic Scottish Mutual Building in the heart of the city. With 82 beautifully appointed bedrooms, a destination restaurant, café/bar, and exclusive private dining rooms, The Bedford Hotel Belfast is setting new standards for hospitality in Northern Ireland. The Bedford Hotel Belfast, operated by Focus Hotels Management, seeks a skilled and driven Maintenance Manager who thrives in a luxury hospitality setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Overseeing all aspects of the hotel's maintenance operations, encompassing repairs, servicing, and preventative maintenance of equipment, furniture, and fixtures.
• Managing legionella and fire risk assessments and maintaining a comprehensive registry of all maintenance activities.
• Overseeing all hotel maintenance operations, ensuring all rooms and facilities are kept to the highest standard.
• Developing and managing a planned preventative maintenance programme to minimise downtime and extend the life of assets.
• Leading, motivating, and supporting the maintenance team to deliver a safe, efficient, and guest-focused service.
• Monitoring, managing, and maintaining all plant, machinery, and building systems to ensure statutory compliance.
• Conducting routine safety checks, including legionella testing, fire safety systems, and risk assessments.
• Responding promptly to maintenance requests, prioritising urgent repairs to reduce guest disruption.
• Managing contractor relationships, ensuring all work is delivered to high quality standards, within budget, and in line with health and safety requirements.
• Preparing and managing departmental budgets, forecasts, and CAPEX proposals, ensuring cost efficiency.
• Maintaining accurate records of all maintenance activities, inspections, and compliance reports.
• Carrying out regular property inspections with the General Manager and implementing corrective action plans where required.
• Ensuring efficient operations through effective rotas, stock control, and procurement processes.
• Training, coaching, and developing team members, conducting performance reviews and supporting career growth.
• Fostering a culture of safety, integrity, and professionalism across the department.
• Acting as a key contact for emergency response procedures, including fire and security incidents.
• Working closely with Heads of Department to ensure maintenance support aligns with business needs and enhances guest experience.

What We Offer:

At The Bedford Hotel, we believe that exceptional service starts with exceptional people. We offer:

• Competitive salary.
• Training and development programmes.
• Clear career progression pathways and leadership opportunities.
• A supportive, employee-centric culture.
• Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance.
• Work-life balance initiatives.

Why Join Us?

Be part of something special: Join the team at one of Belfast's newest boutique hotels. Innovate and inspire: Work in an environment that encourages new ideas and continuous improvement. Grow your career: Benefit from professional development opportunities designed to help you thrive.

Ready to Elevate Your Career? Apply now to join The Bedford Hotel Belfast and become part of a team that values excellence, passion, and progress.