Assistant Chief Engineer

Hilton Worldwide, Inc.; Brighton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Brighton is seeking an experienced Assistant Chief Engineer to manage maintenance issues and ensure the hotel operates smoothly. This role requires a strong background in mechanical engineering and knowledge of HVAC systems. The ideal candidate will have experience managing teams and projects, performing safety inspections, and developing conservation programmes. Competitive annual salary ranging from £36,000 to £38,000 with various employee benefits including meals, accommodation discounts, and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Uniform provided and laundered

Free healthy meals when on duty

Growth opportunities & personal development programmes

Corporate responsibility programmes

Team Member Travel Program

High street discounts

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Discounted dental and health cover

Discounted Car Parking

Discounted accommodation if relocating

Qualifications

• Strong background in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Extensive knowledge of 4 pipe FCU systems needed.
• Knowledge of Centralised HVAC and Chillers preferred.
• Experience in managing a team of at least 5 people.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintenance issues in the hotel.
• Conduct daily checks around the hotel premises.
• Maintain hotel fixtures to ensure safety standards.
• Implement energy conservation programmes.
• Oversee renovation projects and contractors.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

4 pipe FCU system knowledge

Centralised HVAC knowledge

Boilers and CHP knowledge

Compliance knowledge

Team management

Small project management

Stock management experience

Job description

Job Description – Assistant Chief Engineer (HOT0C550)

DoubleTree Brighton Metropole, Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 2FU

Annual salary ranging from £36,000 up to £38,000.

Benefits

• Uniform provided and laundered
• Free healthy meals when on duty
• Growth opportunities & personal development programmes
• Corporate responsibility programmes
• Team Member Travel Program: discounted hotel nights plus 50% off Food and Beverages
• High street discounts via Perks at Work
• Holiday: 28 days including bank holidays (increasing yearly to up to 33 days)
• Discounted dental and health cover
• Discounted Car Parking
• Up to 4 weeks temporary accommodation if relocating at a discounted rate
• Modern and inclusive Team Member areas

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all maintenance issues within the hotel
• Perform daily checks around the hotel
• Conduct lift emergency release procedures as required
• Diagnose, maintain, and repair mechanical equipment
• Build and maintain good relationships with internal and external customers
• Maintain all hotel fixtures and fittings to ensure safe condition and take action on any unsafe situations
• Develop, implement and direct all emergency programmes
• Develop, implement and manage energy conservation programmes
• Coordinate renovation bidding, define cost and scope of project, oversee general contractor and subcontractors to ensure quality work performed cost-effectively
• Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned
• Ensure health and safety of the hotel, conduct monthly safety inspections and train employees accordingly

Qualifications

• A strong background in Mechanical Engineering
• Extensive knowledge of 4 pipe FCU system
• Knowledge of Centralised HVAC with Chillers
• Knowledge of Boilers and CHP
• Compliance Knowledge
• Managed a team of at least 5 people
• Managed small projects
• Experienced with stock management and ordering
• Advantageous: demonstrated capabilities and distinctions (optional)

About Hilton

At Hilton, it matters where you stay, but the stay is only one side of the story. We know it takes hundreds of jobs to create unforgettable experiences for our guests – and behind every job, there’s an extraordinary person working to make each stay magical. That’s why at Hilton, Every Job Makes the Stay.