Maintenance Assistant in Birmingham

On-site in Birmingham·Full-time·Added yesterday (last checked 10 Nov)

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA

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Our summary

Salary: Up to £30,321 a year
About £2,110 a month after tax.
Work mode: On-site, Birmingham
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours
Closing date: Apply by Wednesday 9 December
Holiday: 30 days holiday
Commute: Cycle to work scheme

Skills

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Birmingham.

The role

Salary/Benefits: Salary up to £30,321.24, with excellent benefits.

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

Hours per week: 40

Aloft Hotels are designed for global travellers who love open spaces, open thinking and open expression. This is a place where travel creates possibilities, where style is necessary, connectivity keeps up with you, social scenes are vibrant, and the only direction is forward. This is Aloft Hotels.

The Eastside Rooms is a unique environment that combines the innovation of the future with Birmingham's iconic heritage. Think stylish with a touch of cool. Professional with a touch of fun. We're all about creating exceptional experiences. Couple attention to detail with a distinctive attitude for creating spectacular memories and you have the perfect combination of skills to enhance any occasion. Traditional, yet contemporary. This is The Eastside Rooms.

Aloft Birmingham Eastside & The Eastside Rooms is a Disability Confident Employer.

Who are we?

Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA are a division of the global Aimbridge Hospitality brand. We're passionate about connecting great people to great experiences in exciting destinations, working with brands such as Hilton, IHG, Accor, Marriott and everything in between. From the rich diversity of our people and locations to our "people first" approach to business, the Aimbridge experience is like no other.

What is in it for you?

We want our team to have a work life balance that works both for them and the business. Please feel free to talk to us at the interview stage about the flexibility you need and we will explore what's possible for the role.

As part of the Eastside team, you will have access to a suite of benefits that include:

Hotel discounts portfolio wide - staff rates and up to 50% discount on food & beverage and spa
Subsidised meals on duty
Paid breaks
Financial contribution towards childcare up to age 12, from day 1 of employment
Annual wellbeing allowance up to £500
A minimum of 30 days holiday (pro rata for part time and condensed hours working patterns)
Salary Sacrifice Schemes - Holiday purchase scheme and Cycle to work scheme.
Wagestream - stream up to 40% pay as it is earned and set automatic savings to support your financial wellbeing.
24/7 access to our employee assistance programme
Company sick pay - giving you piece of mind when you need it the most
Annual reviews for salary and employee benefits
A genuine commitment to your personal and professional growth through our excellent Learning & Development offerings
Regular recognition of your contribution, including team appreciation days and events, quarterly and annual awards and on-the-spot rewards via our online recognition platform

As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. If you would like to discuss this in more detail, please feel free to reach out to our HR team by phone (0121 820 6000) or email

A day in the life of...

As a Maintenance Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting the day-to-day upkeep of Aloft Birmingham Eastside and The Eastside Rooms Conference Centre, helping to ensure our facilities remain safe, functional, and welcoming for guests, delegates, and team members.

You'll be responsible for carrying out painting and decorating tasks to a high standard, ensuring guest bedrooms, meeting spaces, and public areas are always presented at their best. You'll also support a wide range of general maintenance activities, including basic plumbing repairs, minor electrical works, routine inspections, and preventative maintenance.

Working as part of a collaborative team, you'll respond promptly to maintenance requests, resolve issues efficiently, and take pride in delivering a reliable service that enhances the guest experience. We are committed to supporting your development, and full training will be provided to help you build your skills across all aspects of hotel and venue maintenance.

What do we need from you?

To succeed in this role, you'll ideally have previous experience in a similar maintenance position and a proactive approach to problem-solving. You'll be passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences and committed to maintaining the high standards expected across our hotels and venues.

At Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA, personality matters just as much as experience. We're looking for someone who is approachable, dependable, takes pride in their work, and enjoys being part of a team. A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and genuine enthusiasm for hospitality will help you thrive in this role.

Essential Skills and Experience

Previous experience in a maintenance, facilities, or handyman role
Basic knowledge of painting and decorating, plumbing, and minor electrical repairs
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship
Ability to prioritise tasks and respond effectively to maintenance requests
Good communication and teamwork skills
A flexible and positive approach to work
Willingness to learn and develop new skills through training

Interested? Click apply and start your journey with Aimbridge EMEA today. Your dream job awaits...

At Aimbridge, we recognise that people are the heart of our business. As a Global leader, we are committed to representing our Global community and enabling everyone to Be Their Best Selves.