Head of Maintenance – Private Villa (Barcelona)

About the role

We are looking for a proactive Head of Maintenance to manage the full technical upkeep of an ultra‑luxury private villa in Pedralbes, Barcelona. The role is freelance/on‑call and is active during the owners’ stays, requiring swift, discreet resolution of any issue to preserve the household’s experience.

Key responsibilities

• Perform day‑to‑day repairs and improvements across plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting and general handyman tasks.
• Develop and execute a preventive maintenance plan for HVAC, pool, irrigation, electrical, security and home‑automation systems.
• Source, coordinate and supervise external contractors, ensuring quality, punctuality and confidentiality.
• Maintain outdoor areas, including gardens, terraces and pool, overseeing landscaping and seasonal upkeep.
• Identify potential problems early, act proactively and keep detailed records of all works.
• Manage inventory of tools, supplies and warranties while controlling costs.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years experience in maintenance or facilities management, preferably in luxury hotels, private estates or high‑end residences.
• Intermediate English (B1) and ability to respect strict privacy and confidentiality.
• Highly proactive, solution‑oriented and able to work independently without supervision.

Required skills

• Plumbing
• Basic electrical work
• Carpentry
• Painting
• HVAC systems
• Pool maintenance
• Irrigation systems
• Security systems
• Home‑automation systems

What we offer

• Work in one of Barcelona’s most prestigious private residences.
• Exposure to an elite international luxury household.
• Competitive remuneration aligned with the seniority of the role.