Job Title: Maintenance Team Leader

Company: Novotel

Location: ovotel London Excel, London, United Kingdom

Job Type: Permanent

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Job Description

As our next Maintenance Team Leader, your main responsibilities will be:

Lead, supervise, and support a team of maintenance technicians across two hotel sites
Plan and coordinate preventative and reactive maintenance schedules
Ensure all work is completed efficiently, safely, and in line with company standards and legal requirements
Conduct regular inspections of hotel facilities, identifying and resolving maintenance issues
Manage external contractors and service providers where required
Maintain accurate maintenance records, reports, and compliance documentation
Support hotel management teams with maintenance-related queries and projects
Monitor budgets, control costs, and source materials/equipment effectively
Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations, including risk assessments and safe systems





Qualifications

Proven experience in a maintenance leadership role, ideally within hospitality or multi-site environments
Strong technical knowledge across general maintenance areas (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.)
Leadership and team management experience
Excellent problem-solving and organisational skills
Good communication skills and ability to work with multiple stakeholders

Additional Information

What's in it for you:

A Discount Card to be used in Accor Hotels Worldwide
Complimentary stays in UK hotel (Bonus Breaks Vouchers - subject to availability and T&C)
Training & Development
Additional holidays with service
Recommend a friend scheme
Employee Advisory Service
... And much more !
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Posted: 16/04/2026