Job Description

MAINTENANCE MANAGER

Hotel | Caribbean | On-Site, Single Status Preferred

A well-established Caribbean hotel is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead a team of 16-20 across Maintenance and Landscaping. This is a hands-on leadership role for a disciplined, people-focused operator who can build structure, drive accountability, and uphold the operational standards that support a consistently strong guest experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 16-20 across maintenance and landscaping operations
• Build and execute a robust preventative maintenance programme across all guest rooms and BOH systems
• Oversee generators, mechanical and electrical infrastructure, elevators, pool, AC systems, sewage treatment, and sustainability functions
• Strengthen supervisors and drive consistent follow-through on operational priorities
• Plan proactively, anticipate issues, and ensure the department runs with minimal disruption
• Maintain and advance the hotel's sustainability commitments, including Green Globe or equivalent certifications
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support seamless guest and operational outcomes

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven leadership experience in maintenance or facilities management within hotels or resorts
• Strong technical knowledge of hotel infrastructure: electrical, mechanical, HVAC, elevators, pools, generators, and sewage systems
• Track record of developing teams, raising standards, and building high-performance cultures
• Structured, organised, and forward-thinking — a proactive planner, not a reactive responder
• Familiarity with sustainability frameworks (Green Globe or similar) is a strong advantage
• Caribbean or island hotel experience preferred
• Clear communicator with the composure and professionalism to hold a team accountable

Compensation Package

• Net salary: US$2,500/month
• Accommodation and utilities provided
• Transportation and meal allowance
• Medical insurance
• Annual airfare
• Annual bonus based on individual and company performance
• Work permit provided

Relocation to the Caribbean is required.