Maintenance Operative
| Posting date: | 25 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15,795.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Up to £15,795 per annum |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 22 August 2025 |
| Location: | Northumberland, NE68 7RQ |
| Company: | Sykes Holiday Cottages Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ORG5842-AM1361777SeaMO |
Summary
Northumbria Coast & Country Cottages part of Sykes Holiday Cottages are excited to be looking for a new Maintenance Operative to join our Seahouses team.
Salary: Up to £15,795 per annum
Work Days & Hours: 22.5 hours, working 3 days per week (Wednesday, Friday, Saturday)
Working Location: Based in Seahouses, with occassional travel to Alnmouth.
Team: Operations
Reporting to: Owner Experience Manager
About Us
Established in 1981, Northumbria Coast & Country Cottages have over 40 years' experience of offering a superb selection of over 500 personally inspected holiday cottages together with a friendly and professional service. A truly fantastic formula for creating wonderful and memorable holidays. As part of Sykes Holiday Cottages, Northumbria Coast & Country Cottages is committed to creating lasting holiday memories with a positive social and environmental impact.
About the Role
We are looking for a dedicated and hard-working Maintenance Operative to join our team. With a strong focus on customer and owner satisfaction, you will be responsible for responding promptly and effectively to a range of issues that may arise during a guest’s stay at one of our properties.
As the primary point of contact for all hands-on matters, you’ll work closely with both guests and property owners to swiftly address and resolve issues, including property repairs, routine maintenance, and occasional emergencies.
Your Responsibilities
As Maintenance Operative, you will be responsible for the following areas of accountability:
Respond promptly to guest complaints and maintenance issues, ensuring satisfactory resolutions
Complete daily assigned tasks and record all work via the company’s KEA system
Liaise with contractors when specialist repairs are needed
Conduct and record regular property inspections and maintenance checks
Communicate effectively with guests and property owners, both by phone and in person
Adjust heating and hot water systems according to seasonal needs
Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety and company policies
Maintain and check the company vehicle, keeping it stocked and reporting any issues
Support winter improvement projects such as decorating and general maintenance
Assist with property quality checks alongside QA team
Submit business expenses via the Concur system promptly
Arrange refuse collections as needed
Skills and Qualifications
At the heart of our business are four core values that shape how we work every day. By acting as One Business, Keeping It Simple, committing to Grow & Learn, and driving Sustainable Impact we stay true to delivering great experiences for our customers, supporting our colleagues and building a better future together.
Whilst experience in a similar role is advantageous, we will provide everything you need to succeed, training you up within our bustling team and supporting you every step of the way!
All we ask if you have the following:
Knowledge of general maintenance and trade skills to a high standard
Will have one or more of the following Trade skills: Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrician, Gas Engineer, Plasterer or painter and decorator
Ability to react quickly and effectively to emergency situations within remit
Ability to problem solve
Good communication skills to be able to liaise effectively with both owners and guests
Full clean driving license
Good IT skills
Although standouts will also have:
Professional Trade qualifications
Experience and an understanding of building systems e.g. boilers, security and fire alarms
Good knowledge of the local area
Holiday let/hospitality industry experience in a similar Role
Knowledge of Health & Safety responsibilities for holiday letting
Good customer service standards
Sykes Cottages Company Benefits:
Annual STIP Company-wide Bonus Scheme offering an additional 5% of your salary through our performance-based bonus program
33 days of annual leave including bank holidays, plus up to 5 extra days with long service
A day off to celebrate your Birthday
Two paid Volunteering Days off annually
One of only 1000 BCORP-certified companies in the UK
Enhanced Parental leave (24 weeks maternity, 3 weeks paternity at 100% pay)
Exclusive discounts on stays for you, family and friends
Discounts and offers with a focus on your overall wellbeing
Health Cash Plan
Training & Development programs to set you up for success
24/7 mental health support and initiatives
Employee Savings Scheme transferring directly from your salary
Long Service Awards
Diversity and Inclusion: We encourage and welcome our people to bring their authentic and best selves to work every day. We know the power that comes from different ideas, backgrounds and perspectives. We recognise the role diversity plays in achieving our goals as a business. We actively welcome applications from as wide a range of backgrounds as possible. If you need any particular support or accommodations as part of your application process, please get in touch - our recruitment team are happy to help.
If you are actively seeking your next career challenge, keen to join a diverse, exciting team, we welcome you to get in touch or apply!
Salary: Up to £15,795 per annum
Work Days & Hours: 22.5 hours, working 3 days per week (Wednesday, Friday, Saturday)
Working Location: Based in Seahouses, with occassional travel to Alnmouth.
Team: Operations
Reporting to: Owner Experience Manager
About Us
Established in 1981, Northumbria Coast & Country Cottages have over 40 years' experience of offering a superb selection of over 500 personally inspected holiday cottages together with a friendly and professional service. A truly fantastic formula for creating wonderful and memorable holidays. As part of Sykes Holiday Cottages, Northumbria Coast & Country Cottages is committed to creating lasting holiday memories with a positive social and environmental impact.
About the Role
We are looking for a dedicated and hard-working Maintenance Operative to join our team. With a strong focus on customer and owner satisfaction, you will be responsible for responding promptly and effectively to a range of issues that may arise during a guest’s stay at one of our properties.
As the primary point of contact for all hands-on matters, you’ll work closely with both guests and property owners to swiftly address and resolve issues, including property repairs, routine maintenance, and occasional emergencies.
Your Responsibilities
As Maintenance Operative, you will be responsible for the following areas of accountability:
Respond promptly to guest complaints and maintenance issues, ensuring satisfactory resolutions
Complete daily assigned tasks and record all work via the company’s KEA system
Liaise with contractors when specialist repairs are needed
Conduct and record regular property inspections and maintenance checks
Communicate effectively with guests and property owners, both by phone and in person
Adjust heating and hot water systems according to seasonal needs
Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety and company policies
Maintain and check the company vehicle, keeping it stocked and reporting any issues
Support winter improvement projects such as decorating and general maintenance
Assist with property quality checks alongside QA team
Submit business expenses via the Concur system promptly
Arrange refuse collections as needed
Skills and Qualifications
At the heart of our business are four core values that shape how we work every day. By acting as One Business, Keeping It Simple, committing to Grow & Learn, and driving Sustainable Impact we stay true to delivering great experiences for our customers, supporting our colleagues and building a better future together.
Whilst experience in a similar role is advantageous, we will provide everything you need to succeed, training you up within our bustling team and supporting you every step of the way!
All we ask if you have the following:
Knowledge of general maintenance and trade skills to a high standard
Will have one or more of the following Trade skills: Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrician, Gas Engineer, Plasterer or painter and decorator
Ability to react quickly and effectively to emergency situations within remit
Ability to problem solve
Good communication skills to be able to liaise effectively with both owners and guests
Full clean driving license
Good IT skills
Although standouts will also have:
Professional Trade qualifications
Experience and an understanding of building systems e.g. boilers, security and fire alarms
Good knowledge of the local area
Holiday let/hospitality industry experience in a similar Role
Knowledge of Health & Safety responsibilities for holiday letting
Good customer service standards
Sykes Cottages Company Benefits:
Annual STIP Company-wide Bonus Scheme offering an additional 5% of your salary through our performance-based bonus program
33 days of annual leave including bank holidays, plus up to 5 extra days with long service
A day off to celebrate your Birthday
Two paid Volunteering Days off annually
One of only 1000 BCORP-certified companies in the UK
Enhanced Parental leave (24 weeks maternity, 3 weeks paternity at 100% pay)
Exclusive discounts on stays for you, family and friends
Discounts and offers with a focus on your overall wellbeing
Health Cash Plan
Training & Development programs to set you up for success
24/7 mental health support and initiatives
Employee Savings Scheme transferring directly from your salary
Long Service Awards
Diversity and Inclusion: We encourage and welcome our people to bring their authentic and best selves to work every day. We know the power that comes from different ideas, backgrounds and perspectives. We recognise the role diversity plays in achieving our goals as a business. We actively welcome applications from as wide a range of backgrounds as possible. If you need any particular support or accommodations as part of your application process, please get in touch - our recruitment team are happy to help.
If you are actively seeking your next career challenge, keen to join a diverse, exciting team, we welcome you to get in touch or apply!
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