At Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, we proudly offer two distinct luxury establishments situated on separate estates, yet operated seamlessly as one cohesive team. Whether you opt for the laid-back ambiance of Gilpin Hotel or the distinct combination of hotel and country house at Gilpin Lake House, your experience with us is designed to be effortlessly harmonious.
Gilpin Hotel & Lake House are part of the prestigious Pride of Britain Hotels and we are proud to be one of the 580 members of Relais & Châteaux, an association of worldwide independent hotel and restaurant owners.
Join the team at Gilpin, our beautiful 5-star hotel and Lake House estate in the heart of the Lake District. We’re looking for a full-time Building Maintenance Technician who brings practical skill, calm focus, and a proactive, guest-centred approach to maintaining our stunning environment. You’ll take ownership of day-to-day maintenance tasks, support the wider Estates team, and help ensure every space across the hotel, spa, restaurants, and Lake House is safe, immaculate, and running smoothly.
Salary: £30,654–£32,292 per year
Gratuities: £351–£526 per month (average, points-based)
Set within the Lake District National Park, Gilpin Hotel & Lake House is part of Relais & Châteaux and Pride of Britain Hotels, recognised for exceptional hospitality, refined presentation, and warm, personalised service.
Our Estates team plays a vital role in delivering that experience. From maintaining facilities and equipment to supporting the upkeep of our grounds, spa, and accommodation, the team ensures every area reflects the high standards our guests expect. With a calm, organised approach and a commitment to quality workmanship, the Estates department is a place for practical, hands-on professionals who take pride in keeping a luxury environment running beautifully.
We’re seeking a reliable, skilled, and solution-focused Building Maintenance Technician to join the team. In this role, you’ll carry out general repairs, support planned preventative maintenance, respond to departmental requests, and uphold the safety, compliance, and presentation standards that define Gilpin. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, problem-solving, and contributing to a supportive, high-performing hospitality operation.
Bring your practical skill and passion for maintaining exceptional hospitality spaces to Gilpin - if you’re ready to support a high-performing Estates team with care, consistency, and pride, we’d love to hear from you.
Salary: from £30,654 to £32,292
Gratuities are allocated on a points basis, depending on development tiers. Although variable, average levels are projected as being from £351 to £526 per month.
Hours: 45 hours per week.
Relais & Châteaux is an exceptional worldwide collection of 580 unique, independently operated hotels and restaurants, united by strong values and a devotion to excellence across every aspect of hospitality.
Originating in France in 1954, and now present in 65 countries, the Association works to celebrate the distinct art de vivre of every global destination. Led by passionate hoteliers, chefs and restaurateurs, each of its properties cultivates a meaningful sense of place by nurturing its individual cultural, gastronomic and environmental heritage and collaborating with local artisans.
With many of its properties run by families, who pass their savoir-faire down from one generation to the next, Relais & Châteaux represents an evolving legacy of memorable travel experiences, in harmony with all life on Earth.
