Assistant Chief Engineer (Mechanical Bias)

Hilton; Brighton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incredible travel perks

Employee stock purchase program

Paid parental leave

Personalized caregiving support

Crisis concierge services

Mental health resources

Job summary

Hilton in Brighton is seeking an Assistant Chief Engineer to lead maintenance operations, ensure safety compliance, and manage a high-performing team. You will collaborate with hotel leadership, oversee contractor work, and drive energy efficiency initiatives, contributing to a memorable guest experience.

Ideal candidates possess extensive knowledge of HVAC systems, boilers, and compliance standards, along with strong team management skills. This role is a unique opportunity to join a global leader in hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team.
• Assist Chief Engineer with managing daily maintenance operations.
• Ensure safety and compliance in maintenance procedures.
• Monitor departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Support hotel-wide operational leadership.
• Oversee contractor work for quality.
• Lead energy efficiency initiatives.

Skills

Extensive knowledge on 4 pipe FCUs system

Centralised HVAC with Chillers knowledge

Boilers and CHP knowledge

Compliance Knowledge

Team management experience

Project management

Stock management and ordering

Job description

Job Description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As an Assistant Chief Engineer, you’re not just overseeing physical building and systems maintenance and repairs – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team: Recruit, train, supervise, and mentor team members; conduct performance evaluations, provide professional development opportunities, and recognise achievements to build a motivated and high-performing team.
• Assist Chief Engineer with managing daily maintenance operations: Oversee maintenance activities, prioritize tasks, and verify completion through the property maintenance management system; ensure timely resolution of service requests, guest concerns, and emergencies.
• Ensure safety and compliance: Oversee the maintenance of the physical building, mechanical systems, electrical systems, HVAC, and life safety systems, coordinate inspections, and uphold safety and compliance standards in line with national and local regulations.
• Assist Chief Engineer with driving engineering performance: Monitor departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including equipment upkeep, audit results, and team productivity and act as need to improve performance.
• Support hotel-wide operational leadership: Collaborate with the broader hotel leadership team in overseeing evacuation procedures, duty manager coverage, and other safety protocols as needed.
• Oversee contractor work: Supervise external contractors and inspect completed work for quality and compliance.
• Lead energy efficiency initiatives: Support and oversee property-wide energy conservation programs to reduce utility costs.

Qualifications & Experience

An Assistant Chief Engineer serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

• Extensive knowledge on 4 pipe FCUs system.
• Centralised HVAC with Chillers knowledge.
• Boilers and CHP knowledge.
• Compliance Knowledge.
• Have managed a team of at least 5 people.
• Managed small projects.
• Stock management and ordering.

Core Values

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

About Hilton

At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality. Our award‑winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world‑class brands, and a company‑wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel. Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.

Benefits

• Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40 USD/night at our world‑class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program.
• Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future.
• Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents.
• Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones.
• Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care.
• Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Through our Care for All hub, we provide resources to help our Team Members to care for themselves, care for members of their team, and care for their loved ones. Eligible Team Members receive free counseling and support through our best‑in‑class Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member’s location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.