Villa Rose Hotel & Jackson's Hotel, Ballybofey, Co. Donegal
Maintenance Manager / General Manager
Villa Rose Hotel and Jackson's Hotel are seeking a reliable and hardworking General Maintenance & Yard Operative to join our team. This is a hands-on role responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, organisation and safety of the external and back-of-house areas across both hotels.
The successful candidate will play an important part in ensuring our hotels operate efficiently by managing waste and recycling, maintaining the yard and service areas, and supporting the Maintenance and Operations teams with general duties as required.
About The Role
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Maintain a clean, tidy and safe environment in all external service yards, bin stores and loading areas.
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Empty, sort and manage waste and recycling in line with company procedures.
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Operate the cardboard baler safely and prepare cardboard for collection.
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Sort and dispose of glass bottles and other recyclable materials appropriately.
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Ensure waste and recycling bins are clean, organised and correctly positioned.
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Sweep and maintain outdoor pathways, service areas and surrounding grounds.
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Remove litter and ensure all external areas are kept presentable.
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Assist with moving stock, deliveries and equipment when required.
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Carry out general maintenance support duties as requested by the Maintenance team.
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Report any maintenance issues, hazards or damaged equipment promptly.
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Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with Health & Safety policies and safe working practices.
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Work across both Villa Rose Hotel and Jackson's Hotel as operational needs require.
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Reliable, trustworthy and punctual.
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Ability to work independently and use initiative.
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Physically fit and capable of carrying out manual tasks.
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Good communication and teamwork skills.
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Flexible approach to work and willingness to assist in different areas.
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Previous experience in a maintenance, yard, facilities, hotel or general operative role.
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Experience using waste management or recycling equipment.
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Basic maintenance knowledge would be an advantage, although not essential as training will be provided.
The successful candidate will be:
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Hardworking and dependable.
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Practical with a hands-on approach.
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Organised and takes pride in maintaining high standards.
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Safety conscious and aware of good housekeeping practices.
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Friendly, approachable and willing to support colleagues.
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Flexible and adaptable to the needs of a busy hotel environment.
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This is an active, outdoor role with regular manual handling.
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The position involves working in varying weather conditions throughout the year.
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The role requires travel between Villa Rose Hotel and Jackson's Hotel, which are located within close proximity.
The General Maintenance & Yard Operative is responsible for working safely at all times, following company policies and procedures, using equipment correctly and reporting any hazards, accidents or unsafe conditions immediately.
At Villa Rose Hotel and Jackson's Hotel, you'll become part of a supportive team that takes pride in maintaining high standards for our guests and colleagues. We offer a friendly working environment, full training, and the opportunity to develop your skills within one of Donegal's leading hospitality groups.
Required Criteria
Skills Needed
About The Company
The Gallen Hospitality group is comprised of three 4-star, family-run hotels located in Ballybofey and Gweedore, Co Donegal.Owned by the Gallen family, the Villa Rose Hotel was established in the year 2000 and is comprised of 57 bedrooms, state of the art spa facility and has been consistently named Ireland’s top hotels in the Tripadvisor Traveller’s choice awards.In 2016, the Gallen family added Jackson’s Hotel to their offering. With 135 bedrooms, a leisure centre and extensive conference & banqueting facilities the hotel is one of the largest in the region.In 2021, the family acquired An Chúirt Hotel in Gweedores 66 bedrooms & a health club. An Chúirt is nestled in the beautiful Donegal countryside with the iconic Errigal Mountain as it's backdrop.
Company Culture
At Gallen Hospitality our culture centers around our people and we focus on their well-being, safety and equality. With over 300 employees, we are a principal hospitality employer in the County. When we take care of our staff, our staff take care of our guests. WELL-BEING We believe the role we can play in our employees well-being is one of the most important responsibilities we have as employers. EQUALITY We operate an Equal Opportunities Policy. We are proud of how often employees are promoted within the Group.
Company Benefits
We pride ourselves on creating a positive working environment for all our employees, with employee wellbeing, autonomy and supportive management at the core of everything we do.
Vacation, Paid time off, Flexible schedule, Employee development programs, Tuition reimbursement, Employee discounts, Free parking, Cycle to work, Competitive salary, Preferential room rates, Discount on meals purchased , Discount on spa treatments or products, Free meals during shifts, Free parking or Discounted parking , Employee of the Month, Annual performance review, On the job learning, Progression opportunities
Salary
€14.15 - €17.00 per hour
