Job Ref: ST1175
Branch: St Mellion Estate
Location: St Mellion Estate, Cornwall
Salary/Benefits: Salary meets Living Wage requirements
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Shift pattern: Day shift to include at least one weekend day ever week
Hours per week: 40
Posted date: 03/07/2026
Closing date: 15/08/2026
Maintenance Operative
Location: St Mellion Estate, Saltash, Cornwall
Full Time
We are looking for a maintenance assistant who will perform general maintenance repairs/duties both inside and outside of the hotel building and cottages. You will be required to show that you have practical skills and knowledge in trades such as general maintenance repairs, building repairs, painting and decorating and minor carpentry, plumbing and electrical work. The role requires good knowledge of all round DIY and we are looking for someone who is able to use their own initiative as well as working as part of a team whilst being responsible for their own health and safety as well as the guests.
About St Mellion Estate:
We are a vibrant Cornish resort forged by the greatest golfing legacy. It’s a place where you can experience warm Cornish hospitality in the most captivating surroundings. St. Mellion Estate offers a veritable collection of exceptional golf and leisure facilities.
Requirements / Experience for this role:
- Previous experience in general / property maintenance work is essential, including plumbing, tiling, basic joinery, equipment replacement and repairs, decoration and making good.
- Good communication skills
- Strong team ethic
- Willingness to learn.
Shift Pattern:
We are looking for someone who can be flexible with their working week as this position will require you to work at least one weekend day per week.
About you
- Good at problem solving and solution focussed.
- Knowledge of Snapfix or similar software.
- There is a huge amount of opportunity available and so we are eager to hear from people who are conscientious and dependable.
Preferred Background:
- Plumbing experience is desirable for this role, as is electrical installation knowledge
- Experience with working in a high-volume environment
What Next?
- If you are passionate about problem solving and thrive in a busy and diverse business, then we want to hear from you.
Benefits Perks:
- Free use of leisure facilities for you and a plus one
- Exclusive team member discounts
- Strong team ethic
- Competitive Salary
- 28 days Annual leave rising with time serviced to a maximum of 33 days (inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata)
- Learning and development opportunities
- By applying for this position, you are consenting for St Mellion Operations Ltd to receive and process your personal data for the purposes of the job application only.
Ability to commute
- Saltash PL12 6SD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Work Location:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Plymouth, PL12 6SD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Experience in a similar role preferable.
Careers at St Mellion Estate
We are passionate about our people and our industry, both now and for the future. Over the past few years, we have been working alongside our partners in education and training, to develop our team and to prepare them for successful careers in the golf, leisure, tourism and hospitality industries. If you are a dynamic individual looking to become part o the St Mellion Team and would like a great career in hospitality, leisure, or golf, please apply.
Company Benefits - Working at St Mellion
- Competitive Salary
- 28 Days Holiday rising to 33
- Complimentary Membership for you and one other
- Employee Assistance Scheme
- Medicash scheme - subject to eligibility
- Stream - a money management App
- Ride to Work Scheme
- Free Meals on Working Day
- Discounted treatments and products
- Discounts on Food and Beverage
- Long Service Bonus Scheme.
- EV Scheme - subject to eligibility
- Free Parking
