Maintenance Manager

Location: The Mole Resort

Salary: £40,000 per year

Hours: 40 hrs

Deadline to apply: April 20th 2026

Here at The Mole Resort, we operate a fantastic hospitality business set in 125 acres of beautiful Devon countryside, jam-packed with delicious food and drink and a whole lot of exciting activities.

As a Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for delivering an exceptional standard of maintenance throughout all areas of the estate.

• Manage the daily operations of the on-site maintenance team, ensuring effective planning, prioritisation, and completion of all tasks.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to team members, fostering a high-performance and safety-focused culture.
• Contribute directly to maintenance and repair work as required, maintaining a visible and supportive presence within the team.
• Plan and oversee preventative and reactive maintenance programmes across all resort facilities.
• Engage, coordinate, and manage external contractors, ensuring compliance with agreed specifications, timelines, and health & safety standards.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, asset condition, and compliance requirements.
• Oversee inventory management, including tools, equipment, and materials, ensuring appropriate stock levels and cost control.
• Work closely with resort leadership to support the planning and delivery of Capital Expenditure (CapEx) projects.
• Ensure full compliance with all relevant health, safety, and statutory regulations.
• Identify and implement continuous improvements to maintenance processes, operational efficiency, and cost management.
• Respond promptly and effectively to urgent maintenance issues to minimise operational disruption.

• Proven experience in a maintenance management or supervisory role, ideally within a hospitality, leisure, or similar environment.
• Broad technical knowledge across multiple disciplines, including electrical, plumbing, and general building maintenance.
• Demonstrated experience in team leadership and performance management.
• Experience managing contractors and external service providers.
• Strong organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Experience in inventory control and budget management.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders.

• Competitive rates of pay, reviewed annually.
• Discounts available across a range of quality products from supermarket shopping to wellington boots.
• Local cinema and days out discounts.
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with life's challenges.
• Complimentary use of spa facilities.
• 50% Discount on food at the Resort.
• Restaurant and hotel discounts across the region.
• Share of service charge.
• Staff fully equipped rest area with staff meals.
• Flexible working and shared holiday.
• Attentive onboarding programme.
• Fantastic discounts across L+R Hotels.