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Operations · Full-time

Recruitment agency · Bridge Talent Group

Maintenance Manager

Employer not disclosed by agency

NairobiManager · Not statedDeadline not stated by agencyChecked 13 Nov 2026
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About this role

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Role overview

An undisclosed employer in Nairobi is looking for a Maintenance Manager to lead their hotel's engineering and maintenance team. This full-time role suits candidates with a technical degree and experience in engineering or hospitality maintenance who can manage diverse maintenance tasks and staff effectively.

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What you will do

  • Guide and motivate the maintenance team to ensure smooth operations.
  • Manage preventive and corrective maintenance for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and equipment systems.
  • Lead guest complaint recovery to achieve full guest satisfaction before departure.
  • Train staff on maintaining hotel equipment and machines.
  • Oversee maintenance of guest rooms, public spaces, pool, and spa areas.
  • Ensure compliance with safety procedures and departmental maintenance programs.
  • Prepare and manage maintenance budgets, reports, and capital expenditure plans.

Requirements

  • Hold at least a 4-year degree in Business Administration, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • Have a minimum of 4 years hands-on experience as an engineer or in a related hospitality professional area.
  • Be fluent in written and spoken English and at least one other language.
  • Possess strong communication, interpersonal, management, computer literacy, analytical, and supervisory skills.
  • Demonstrate strong professional values, personal integrity, and leadership ability.
  • Be able to work flexible hours to support 24/7 hotel operations.

How to apply

Apply through the employer's official contact. The employer has not published a closing date.

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