Job Description

About Us
At the heart of the world’s greatest golfing destination, the Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa is an AA 5 Red star, award-winning resort centred around active wellbeing and indulgent good times.

Part of Kohler Company, the Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa is a privately owned resort, priding ourselves on delivering personalised guest experiences to create lasting memories.

Why Join Our Team?
With a reputation as an employer of choice, we are committed to ensuring our associates are our number one priority. St Andrews is the home of golf and we are the home of great guest service. People are our passion and we believe each associate plays a vital role in providing memorable memories to our guests.

We are a forward-thinking employer committed to the Hoteliers Charter and developing our people, which is why we employ based on personality. We believe all skills can be taught! Throughout your career with us, you’ll have access to a wide range of different training opportunities providing routes to progress from within, allowing you to reach your full potential whilst supported by our committed leadership team.

We love celebrating our associate’s success and do so through our employee reward recognition schemes which encompass our ‘HOME’ ethos including Associate of the Month.
Whilst working for one of the most iconic hotels in Scotland, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary, company pension scheme, free onsite car parking, meals whilst on duty, 24/7 access to our employee assistance programme and FREE fitness access.

Our benefits don’t end there, in your spare time, we also offer free access to The Duke’s golf course and superb discounts in our restaurants, shops, spa and room rates. Giving you the opportunity to enjoy the many luxuries Old Course Hotel has to offer and experience the 5* service for yourself.

A career at Old Course Hotel, what’s not to love?
*All benefits subject to availability

About the Role
Reporting into our Facilities Manager you will be responsible for the safe and efficient running of our infrastructure and systems. This includes engaging in both reactive and planned maintenance of all rooms, public areas and facilities and being responsible for all back of house and public facing maintenance issues.

You will also ensure the completion of assigned projects and tasks at the Old Course Hotel properties, as determined by our Lead Engineer and Management Team.

You will begin as a Shift Engineer I, after completing the structured training you will be promoted to Shift Engineer II.

Your responsibilities will include;

• Be the ‘go to’ engineer for all reactive and planned maintenance requests, actively participating in the completion of all works
  
• Liaising with the Lead Engineer and Management Team on a daily and weekly basic to determine workload priorities
  
• Determine and interpret water, boiler, calorifier and plant equipment readings
  
• Carry out troubleshooting on all lighting, heating, cooling and plumbing systems.
  
• Carry out minor decoration, tiling and silicone applications.
  
• Carry out all troubleshooting on all tv systems, door locks and building management system.
  
• Isolate all electrics and water systems safely, to effect repairs
  
• Be knowledgeable in the operation of the fire panel, staff housing routines, risk assessments and method statements
  
• Be familiar with all hotel suppliers and preferred service contractors, to secure quotes for proposed jobs
  
• Responding promptly to on duty emergency that arise in any of our facilities.
  
• Participate in the Health and Safety and Energy Management of the resort
  

Qualified or willing to train to:

• Carry out pool plant operations and testing
  
• Carry out PAT electrical testing
  
• Carry out Legionella testing (flush & temperature)
  
• Working at Height and Rescue Team
  
• Asbestos awareness
  

To be successful in this role you will have the following qualities and experience:

• A valid mechanical, plumbing or electrical qualification is preferred, any trade will be considered.
  
• A good “all rounder” who can do minor decoration, tiling and electrical / plumbing troubleshooting.
  
• Minimum 2 years experience within a Maintenance or Facilities Team.
  
• Strong Communication, organisation, collaboration skills and strong attention to detail are essential.
  
• Full Driving licence required - Minimum age 25 years old for company insurance.
  
• Please be prepared to bring examples of works or projects you have undertaken to interview.
  

Hours
Permanent Full Time 40hrs per week

Salary
Shift Engineer I - £30,854.33 per annum
Shift Engineer II - £33,482.22 per annum on completion of training

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Dine On Us – Enjoy free meals and refreshments every day in our complimentary staff canteen, including hot meals, salad bar, tea, coffee & soft drinks.
  
• Exclusive Resort Perks – Treat yourself to generous discounts across the resort from award winning restaurants, luxury room stays and in our Pro Shop (St Andrews only PGA approved pro shop)
  
• Kohler Group Benefits – Unlock even more savings with our wider discounts across the Kohler family.
  
• Wellness, Your Way – Enjoy free access to our on-site Kohler Waters Fitness Centre, featuring a fully equipped gym, 20-metre pool, sauna and hot tub. Relax, recharge, repeat.
  
• Plan Your Future – We’ll help you get access to the right information through complimentary mortgage consultations.
  
• Cycle2Work – Stay active and save money with our Cycle2Work programme, good for you and the planet.
  
• Perkbox – Enjoy exclusive discounts, rewards and monthly treats all in one easy app.
  
• Get Rewarded - Earn fantastic rewards on our Global Recognition Platform and introduce great talent to our team through our generous Refer a Friend scheme.
  
• 24/7 Wellbeing Support – Our Employee Assistance Programme is available around the clock, offering confidential guidance whenever you need it.
  

The Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort and Spa is an equal opportunities employer. We aim to ensure that no job applicant, employee, or worker is discriminated against on the grounds of protected characteristics.