Painter & Maintenance Technician

About the Hotel

The Hoxton has launched its first property in Ireland, located in Dublin, a city known for its history, parks, arts, music, and lively food and drink scene. The hotel features 129 rooms in different sizes, plus a lobby bar, a historic bar, a large restaurant on the ground floor, a lobby restaurant, and a nightclub.

About The Hoxton

The Hoxton is a collection of open-house hotels designed to feel welcoming and connected to the local neighbourhood. Since opening in Shoreditch, the brand has focused on offering more than just a place to sleep, combining good value with style and public spaces where guests and locals can spend time together.

Role Overview

The Painter & Maintenance Technician will help keep the hotel in excellent condition, with a strong focus on appearance, safety, and functionality. The role covers painting, repair work, and general maintenance across guest rooms, public spaces, and back-of-house areas so the property remains well presented and fully operational.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake interior and exterior painting work, including surface preparation, priming, sanding, and achieving a polished finish.
• Carry out regular paint touch-ups in bedrooms, corridors, and shared areas to maintain high presentation standards.
• Repair and renew walls, ceilings, wood surfaces, and similar finishes when required.
• Complete basic repair work in electrical, plumbing, and carpentry tasks within your level of competence.
• Act quickly on maintenance requests raised by guests and colleagues.
• Inspect guest rooms and other important areas on a routine basis to help keep them ready for use.
• Assemble and fix furniture and fixtures as needed.
• Assist with refurbishment work, planned maintenance, events support, and seasonal decoration setup.
• Follow safety procedures, use protective equipment properly, and comply with fire, health and safety, and environmental rules.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a painter/decorator or as a general maintenance operative.
• Solid hands-on ability, practical troubleshooting skills, and attention to detail.
• Confidence to work on your own, organise priorities, and communicate effectively with the wider team.
• Experience in hotels or commercial buildings, along with relevant trade qualifications, will be viewed favourably.
• Physical capability for an active role involving manual work, lifting, and working at heights, with reasonable adjustments available where required by law.

Additional Information

This is an active, practical position that involves working across the hotel, using tools, lifting, bending, and other manual tasks. During busy periods or when urgent repairs are needed, some evening or weekend work may be required. You may also occasionally encounter dust, fumes, and noise, with suitable protective equipment provided.

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• 30 days of holiday, including bank holidays.
• Pension and life insurance coverage.
• Meals provided during shifts.
• A complimentary stay at The Hoxton and a meal for two when you begin.
• Role onboarding and ongoing development support to help you grow and succeed.
• Paid time to volunteer with partner charities.
• Annual diversity and inclusion events and activities.
• Regular social gatherings, including team events and parties.
• A creative, rewarding workplace where you can challenge conventions.
• Opportunity to join a fast-growing international hospitality group.
• Discounts across The Hoxton and the wider Ennismore network.