Job Ref: CRI4893
Branch: Peebles Hydro
Location: Peebles Hydro, Peebles
Salary/Benefits: £12.71 per hour plus great benefits including discounted hotel stays and activities across Scotland
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Shift pattern: 08:30 - 17:00
Hours per week: 40
Posted date: 06/08/2026
Closing date: 06/09/2026
Be part of the Family
We’re a family business through and through – family owned since 1868, family run and with a warm family welcome for guests and team alike. Our seven hotels are unique and set in three stunning Scottish locations. Some are big, some are small, but all offer fantastic food and drink, cozy beds and a wealth of things to do.
We offer an expansive range of benefits to help you make the most of life outside of work, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels heard and valued.
We treat our guests like family, and we support our people the same way. If you’re someone who lives our values of Be Creative, Be Curious, Be Thoughtful, Be Positive and Be You, you’ll fit right in.
Peebles Hydro
We’re set right at the heart of the Scottish Borders and offer a great place to relax, unwind and magically shut off from the pressures of modern life. We’ve been welcoming guests for well over 100 years but today is home to 132 bedrooms, 3 places to eat, 6 function spaces, leisure club, gin distillery, spa and oodles of outdoor space.
About the role
You’ll make sure the hotel and facilities continue to meet the highest of standards. You’ll speak to our guests every day, solving any little niggles they may have during their stay, always striving to exceed our guests’ expectations. The role is physically demanding so you need to be fit and healthy to keep up!
Dependent on your qualifications and experience you could be doing anything from installing a light fitting, testing our water supply, fixing a toilet, fitting fire doors, responding to guests maintenance requests in a timely manner, dealing with contractors, monitoring our biomass system and everything in between. The role is very varied and no two days are the same.
This is a full time, permanent position.
What we need from you
- Maintenance Experience – experience of working in hotel maintenance would be an advantage
- Able to use initiative – we are always solving problems and you need to be able to think on your feet
- Experience in a trade – whether it be plumbing, electrics, joinery or painting and decorating. Knowledge and experience in one or more of these would be ideal
- Team focus – we are a close and hardworking team so you need to be able to get on with your colleagues to help keep this a great place to work and a great place for our guests
- Going the extra mile – we want our guests to have an amazing experience with us so being polite, helpful and going the extra mile goes a long way
- Ideas and openness – we’re up for doing things differently and will try (almost) everything once
- Fun and easy to talk to – we’re looking for personality, not a corporate clone
- Flexibility – there’s no problem you can’t fix and you will be expected to work weekends when required
- Health and safety awareness – we take the health and safety of our guests and staff very seriously so you need to have an understanding of good practice and be able to work within our policies. Asbestos awareness would also be an advantage.
- Willing to learn new skills – the role is very varied so a willingness to learn new skills is important
What’ll you’ll get from us
- Live-in Accommodation – Affordable housing with bills included may be available. Availability and rates (set by HMRC) can be discussed at interview.
- Exclusive Discounts – Enjoy 30% off food, drinks and retail, discounted leisure membership and reduced rates on hotel activities.
- Team Rate Hotel Stays – Take time to recharge with discounted stays at all of our hotels from just £30 per night - where will you explore next?
- Refer a Friend Bonus – Earn up to £250-£500 for each successful team member or manager which you recommend to us.
- Guest Mention Rewards – Earn £5 every time a guest gives you a positive shoutout in a review.
- A Friendly Supportive Team – Work in a fun, welcoming environment where team spirit and well-being are a priority.
- Career Progression – With seven hotels, multiple departments, and a wide range of roles, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow and explore new career paths.
- Wellbeing Support – Get 24/7 confidential support via the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme, covering mental health, finances, and more.
- Team Events Annual Staff Party – We love to celebrate our people! Enjoy team events throughout the year and a legendary annual staff party.
Careers at the Crieff Hydro Family of Hotels
We have dedicated social media pages for our Careers within the Crieff Hydro Family of Hotels. Give us a follow to keep up to date with the latest careers news and insights.
Facebook: Crieff Hydro Family Careers | Crieff
Instagram: instagram.com
Please note: This opportunity does not qualify for sponsorship. To be considered for this role, you must have the right to work in the UK.
