Now Hiring at The GraceThe Grace | Where Excellence meets OpportunityWestport, County Mayo | Full-Time | Pre-Opening OpportunityJoin The Grace Westport Estate, a remarkable new hotel opening in Spring 2026 on Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way, at the heart of the captivating Westport Estate.The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the upkeep and repair of hotel facilities to ensure a world-class experience for guests. This role requires a strong background in general maintenance and specialised skills in painting and finishing. The ideal candidate will uphold the standards of a luxury environment, ensuring that all guest and back-of-house areas are maintained in excellent condition, with an eye for detail, safety, and aesthetics.Key ResponsibilitiesGeneral MaintenancePerform routine and preventive maintenance tasks in guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spacesTroubleshoot and repair minor plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry issuesRespond promptly to maintenance requests from guests and departments, ensuring minimal disruption to guest experienceMonitor and maintain building systems and equipment according to brand and safety standardsPainting & FinishingPrepare surfaces and apply paints, stains, varnishes, or other finishes to walls, ceilings, doors, and furnitureConduct patching, drywall repair, caulking, and surface refinishing as neededMaintain colour consistency and quality finishes in line with luxury brand aestheticsAssist with touch-ups and periodic refreshes of high-traffic areas to maintain hotel presentationSafety & ComplianceFollow all hotel safety protocols and IOSH regulationsMaintain a clean and organised work area, including proper storage of materials and toolsEnsure proper use of PPE (personal protective equipment) and safety procedures when handling chemicals or working at heightsTeam & CommunicationWork collaboratively with all departments to coordinate maintenance effortsCommunicate effectively with supervisors regarding work orders, supply needs, and progressProvide support for special projects, room renovations, or seasonal tasks as neededThis job description is not intended to be either prescriptive or exhaustive; it is issued as a framework to outline main areas of responsibility at the time of writing.Required Experience & SkillsExperienceMinimum 2 years in general maintenance, with at least 1 year of professional painting experience (preferably in a hotel or high-end residential environment)Proficient in painting techniques including brushing, rolling, and sprayingBasic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and HVAC troubleshootingAttention to detail and strong sense of aestheticsAbility to read work orders, blueprints, and technical manualsIOSH certification or trade licenses (preferred but not required)Willingness to work evenings, weekends, holidays, or on-call shifts as requiredEligibility to work in Ireland