Maintenance Specialist- Boarding House/School with Greek & English

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Maintenance Specialist – Boarding House /School 🛠️ Love fixing things? Enjoy making spaces run perfectly? The Island Private School Boarding House is looking for a proactive dependable, knowledgeable Maintenance Specialist to keep our property in top-tier shape! If you have a sharp eye for detail, deep practical know-how, and a hands-on attitude, then look no further, this is your next role! This role is ideal for an experienced professional who takes pride in property care, understands how equipment and facility systems work, and possesses the practical expertise to solve every day technical challenges. You will serve as the eyes and ears of our property—combining high-level facility oversight with hands-on daily care to ensure a seamless guest experience. Who we are and what we do? The Island Private School is a fast-growing, innovative international school in the thriving city of Limassol committed to excellence, inclusion, and holistic education. What makes us stand out? 🌐 Multicultural and internationally minded community 📈 Strong focus on professional growth and continuous development 💡 Innovative, forward-thinking learning environment 🤝 Collaborative and supportive teaching culture 📍 A 100M EUR investment in a state of the art new campus coming soon! What will you do? Systems & Repairs : Keep HVAC, plumbing, and electrical units running smoothly. Daily Walkthroughs : Catch issues early and perform minor fixes in rooms and common areas. Pool & Grounds : Monitor pool chemistry and keep walkways clean. Vendor Coordination : Partner with external specialists for major technical jobs. What we are looking for Experienced Pro : Strong background in facility maintenance (hospitality experience is a plus!). Problem Solver : Sharp diagnostic skills to know when to fix it vs. when to call a specialist. Qualifications & Experience Proven Experience: Extensive background in general facility maintenance, trade work, or property operations (hotel/hospitality experience is a plus). Technical Knowledge: Deep practical understanding of general mechanics, plumbing, basic electrical, and routine building maintenance. Ideally with certification. Problem Solver: Sharp diagnostic skills—knowing when a fix is quick and when to call in specialized trade contractors. Reliable & Self-Motivated: Takes pride in maintaining high standards independently with strong attention to detail. Good Communication Fluent Greek & English as effective liaison with hotel management, team members, and local external vendors is required Key Duties & Responsibilities 🛠 ️ Facility Oversight & Equipment Management Oversee and monitor key property systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical equipment) to ensure continuous, reliable operation. Perform minor repairs, adjustments, and preventative maintenance across guest rooms, common areas, and back-of-house facilities. Identify complex facility issues early and coordinate with external specialized contractors/technicians when major repairs or maintenance are required. Inspect completed vendor work to ensure high standards of quality, safety, and compliance. 🌿 Daily Property Care & Grounds Maintenance Conduct daily morning walkthroughs to inspect grounds, guest areas, and operational equipment. Maintain outdoor amenities, including pool care (monitoring chemistry, skimming, and filtration checks) according to the regulation Maintain clean walkways and outdoor grounds using light equipment (e.g., leaf blower, light sweeping). Provide general practical assistance across departments whenever a strong, experienced hand is needed for facility-related tasks Bonus Skills/Experience Other languages like Russian/Ukrainian Safeguarding & GDPR The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo appropriate background checks, including criminal record checks, reference verification and any other safer recruitment procedures required by the school and local regulations. Working Conditions Schedule : 5 days a week Hours : Full time 08.00- 17.00 What we offer Great Work-Life Balance : Work just 4 hours a day (10:00 – 14:00). Dynamic Environment : Be the backbone of a premium school boarding facility. Independence : Take ownership of the property’s physical care and systems. A friendly, international culturally rich team environment. Modern, professional working environment Optional participation in a Group Medical Scheme Referral program with a 500 EUR bonus How to apply If you take pride in your work and want a stable, engaging part-time role, we want to hear from you! Apply and share your cv and cover letter via our careers website. Recruitment process Online interview including the Head of Boarding and Operations Manager (30–45 minutes). Join The Island School and help deliver a world-class IB education in a collaborative, international environment. We uniquely offer: ✅ 4 Programs of IB curriculum ✅ (PYP/MYP/DP) Montessori, Waldorf & TFL ✅ Professional growth & training ✅ An inspiring global community .