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Segundo/a Jefe/a de Mantenimiento
Role summary
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The Deputy Maintenance Manager supports the Chief Maintenance Manager in keeping the hotel’s buildings, rooms, plant systems and guest facilities safe, reliable and operational. Requirements typically include technical training or proven experience in hotel engineering, maintenance, electrical, plumbing, HVAC or related trades, together with practical knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance. The candidate should be organised, hands-on and capable of supervising technicians, coordinating contractors, controlling maintenance records and responding quickly to breakdowns. Experience in a resort environment, knowledge of health and safety procedures, teamwork, flexibility and good communication are expected. Spanish is normally useful, while additional languages and familiarity with hotel maintenance systems are advantageous.
Can I work in the Balearic Islands?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Local-first test (hotel jobs are not on the shortage list), or a seasonal permit that comes with employer housing.
Official source: Spanish Ministry of Inclusion: residence and work permit for employees. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in the Balearic Islands
Usual for the Balearic Islands, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Not standard; required with the seasonal permit |
|---|---|
| Meals | Staff meals customary |
| Flights | Only with the seasonal permit |
| Service charge | Small pooled tips |
| Contract | Permanent seasonal (fijo discontinuo), recalled each season |
| Leave | 30 days; pay in 14 instalments |
| Income tax | About 17% to 20% in all |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
Working in the Balearic Islands
Who can work there by passport, what a job usually includes, and island life.
About Melia Hotels International
Meliá Hotels International is one of Spain’s best-known hotel groups and a major international hospitality company. Founded in Mallorca, the group operates hotels and resorts across Spain and numerous destinations in Europe, the Caribbean, Asia, Africa and the Middle East. Its portfolio includes brands such as Meliá, ME by Meliá, INNSiDE, Sol and Paradisus. The company focuses on leisure, business and resort hospitality, with a strong presence in beach destinations. Meliá employs people across hotel operations, food and beverage, guest services, engineering, sales and corporate functions. The group promotes internal development, service quality and responsible tourism, although duties and benefits vary by property and local employment conditions. A maintenance leadership role within Meliá generally involves supporting efficient hotel operations and maintaining high standards for safety, comfort and guest satisfaction.