Job Ref: BES7481
Branch: Caledonian Hotel Ullapool
Location: Caledonian Hotel Ullapool, Ullapool
Salary/Benefits: Competitive Salary
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Shift pattern: Various
Hours per week: 35/40
Posted date: 29/08/2026
Closing date: 29/09/2026
Location: Caledonian Hotel, Ullapool
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Hours: Full-time, permanent
Accommodation: Live-in accommodation available
We are seeking a reliable and practical Hotel Maintenance Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for helping to maintain the hotel, grounds, staff accommodation, and guest areas to a high standard, ensuring a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for our guests and employees.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone with general maintenance experience and a good understanding of basic building repairs.
- Carry out general hotel maintenance and repair work.
- Undertake basic plumbing tasks, including repairing leaks, replacing taps, unblocking drains, and routine checks.
- Perform basic electrical maintenance, such as changing light fittings, replacing bulbs, and fault reporting (within competence and regulations).
- Complete painting and decorating projects throughout guest rooms, public areas, and staff accommodation.
- Conduct routine inspections to identify maintenance issues and ensure health and safety standards are met.
- Maintain hotel grounds and gardens, including grass cutting, trimming, weeding, planting, and general upkeep.
- Carry out carpentry and minor building repairs as required.
- Assist with room refurbishments and improvement projects.
- Ensure equipment, tools, and maintenance areas are kept clean, organised, and safe.
- Respond promptly to maintenance requests from guests and staff.
- Assist with seasonal maintenance and winter preparation of the property.
- Support contractors working on-site when required.
- Previous experience in a maintenance, handyman, facilities, or property maintenance role.
- Practical knowledge of basic plumbing and electrical repairs.
- Experience in painting and decorating.
- Ability to carry out general grounds and garden maintenance.
- Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and prioritise workloads.
- Good physical fitness and willingness to undertake manual tasks.
- Full UK driving licence preferred.
- Experience within a hotel, hospitality, or commercial property environment.
- Relevant trade qualifications.
- Health Safety awareness.
- Knowledge of basic joinery or building maintenance.
- Reliable and trustworthy.
- Positive and proactive attitude.
- Flexible approach to work.
- Strong work ethic.
- Friendly and professional manner.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Competitive salary.
- Live-in accommodation available.
- Staff meals whilst on duty.
- Company pension scheme.
- Employee discounts.
- Opportunities for training and development.
- Beautiful working environment within a successful hospitality business.
If you enjoy practical work, take pride in maintaining high standards, and are looking to join a friendly hotel team, we would love to hear from you.
About Us
Built in the early 1900s, the 83-bedroom Caledonian Hotel is one of the oldest hotels in the area. It still boasts a quiet, friendly and welcoming atmosphere and pleasant gardens.
The Hotel overlooks Ullapool's working harbour and the colourful fishing boats on Loch Broom. To the right of the hotel is the Fowler Memorial Clock - said to be the most photographed clock in the Highlands. It was first erected in 1899 in memory of Sir John Arthur Fowler (1817-1898) and his family who lived at Braemore House near Corrieshalloch Gorge. However, to help reduce traffic congestion, it was moved to its new home in West Argyle Street in the 1960s.
Thanks to its central location in the town of Ullapool and modern comforts, The Caledonian Hotel is perfect for both the business and leisure traveller.
Ullapool is the main port of the Outer Hebrides and offers good road links to various spectacular highland locations, including Loch Maree, Lochinver, Gairloch, Corrieshalloch Gorge and Inverewe Gardens, where visitors can enjoy the many tropical and exotic shrubs and trees that grow there.
The capital of the Highlands, Inverness is under two hours away, providing ample opportunity for shopping trips.
We truly believe our people are our biggest asset and to reflect that we offer:
- Market leading Rates of Pay
- Anniversary Bonus
- Flexible Shifts, full and part time to fit around other commitments
- 28 Days paid Holiday (pro rata) rising annually to a maximum 33 Days per year
- Full Training and Supervision Given
- Opportunity to gain recognised qualifications to help you progress
- Subsidised Accommodation Available includes WiFi, Food, Energy Bills, Rates and Licences
- Introduce a Friend Scheme worth £600 +
- Anniversary weekend stay for you or to give as a gift to family or close friends
- Access to complimentary Mental Health Wellbeing services
- Discounted Bespoke Hotel Stays, for you, your family and friends
- 50% off all Food Beverage during Bespoke Hotel Stays
- A range of local in-house benefits
- many more!
