Maintenance Manager

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Maintenance Manager
The Opportunity
Behind every great hotel experience is a building that feels safe, comfortable, and dependable. As Hotel Maintenance Manager, you’ll play a crucial role in making that happen—often quietly, always effectively.
We’re seeking an experienced and proactive professional to lead our maintenance operations and ensure the hotel runs smoothly day in, day out. This role offers real ownership, variety, and the satisfaction that comes from solving problems, preventing issues, and creating an environment where guests can relax and teams can work confidently.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
Keeping the Hotel Running Smoothly
Oversee the day-to-day maintenance operations of the hotel, ensuring all work is completed efficiently, on time, and to a high standard.
Allocate work, manage rotas, and provide clear direction to the maintenance team.
Carry out regular inspections to identify issues early and reduce disruption.
Preventative Care & Continuous Improvement
Design and implement effective preventative maintenance programmes that protect assets and minimise downtime.
Take a proactive approach to fault-finding and long-term problem resolution.
Safety, Compliance & Reassurance
Ensure all maintenance activity is carried out safely, fully compliant with health & safety legislation and best practice.
Maintain accurate records of maintenance work, costs, parts used, and compliance documentation.
Managing Resources Responsibly
Manage the maintenance and repairs budget, balancing cost control with quality and long-term reliability.
Monitor energy usage and introduce energy-efficient improvements where possible.
Oversee contractors and suppliers—negotiating contracts and ensuring work is delivered to standard and within budget.
Communication & Leadership
Provide clear updates and reports to senior management on maintenance activity, risks, and priorities.
Build a positive, calm, solutions-focused maintenance culture that others can rely on.
Benefits
Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across the LGH hotel portfolio.
Access to the IHG employee room benefit programme across their global portfolio. (T&Cs apply).
Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
Eye care
Free legal & money advice
Counseling sessions
Hospital & death benefit plans
Cycle to work scheme
Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
Recipe ideas
Advice on keeping active and healthy living
Wellbeing podcasts and tv
Breathing exercises
24/7 advice and support line
Team reward & recognition
Free meals on duty
Free parking
Who This Role Is For
This role is perfect for someone who:
Gains real satisfaction from creating safe, orderly, well-functioning environments
Enjoys problem-solving and preventing issues before they escalate
Is naturally organised, practical, and calm under pressure
Leads with quiet confidence—setting standards, supporting others, and keeping things on track
Values responsibility and autonomy, and takes pride in doing things properly
Understands that great guest experiences often start behind the scenes
You might already be a Hotel Maintenance Manager—or an experienced maintenance supervisor ready to step into a role with greater responsibility and influence.
Hotel
The Holiday Inn® Oxford hotel is ideally situated just off the A34, a mere three miles from Oxford town centre. Guests can enjoy the convenience of free parking and a short walk to the Pear Tree Park & Ride bus service, offering a quick 10-minute journey into the City Centre.
For those wishing to explore further, Oxford Parkway train station is only a five-minute drive away, providing easy access to London. Additionally, the designer outlet shopping at Bicester Village Retail Park is within easy reach.
Many of the University of Oxford’s historic buildings, such as the Radcliffe Camera and Christopher Wren’s Tom Tower, as well as the Ashmolean Museum, are within walking distance of the hotel. Guests can also take a short 10-minute drive to visit the birthplace of Winston Churchill at the Baroque Blenheim Palace
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
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Location:
OX2 8JD
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Hospitality/Hotel

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