Assistant Chief Engineer

Hilton; Brighton; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton is seeking an Assistant Chief Engineer for the DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole. This role involves managing hotel maintenance, performing daily checks, and overseeing renovation projects to enhance guest experiences. Ideal candidates have extensive HVAC knowledge and team management experience. Join a dynamic team dedicated to exceptional service and career growth.

Benefits

Uniform provided and laundered

Free healthy meals when on duty

Personal Development programmes

Team Member Travel Program

High street discounts

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Discounted dental and health cover

Discounted Car Parking

Up to 4 weeks temporary accommodation

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of 4-pipe FCUs systems, centralized HVAC with chillers, boilers.
• Experience managing a team of at least 5 people, handling small projects.
• First Aid certification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Managing maintenance issues within the hotel including performing daily checks.
• Coordinating renovation projects to ensure high standards of service.
• Ensuring health and safety standards are met, including safety inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

HVAC Knowledge

Project Management

Safety Compliance

Education

First Aid Certification

Job description

WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES

AT THE UK's #1 GREAT PLACE TO WORK 2025, AS VOTED BY OUR TEAM MEMBERS!

The DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole is now recruiting for an Assistant Chief Engineer. The hotel is set on the vibrant Brighton seafront in a beautiful 1890’s building.

The hotel comprises 321 guest bedrooms, 24 meeting rooms, 3 restaurants, a health club with an indoor pool and sauna.

Guests of this hotel will experience first-class service, distinguished by an unrivaled commitment to a personalized approach. We ensure a comfortable, luxurious stay for all our guests, with guidance on locally immersive experiences where desired.

Annual salary: £38,000

A WORLD OF REWARDS

• Uniform provided and laundered
• Free and healthy meals when on duty
• Grow your Career!
• Personal Development programmes designed to support you at every step of your career
• A chance to make a difference through our Corporate Responsibility programmes – Find out what and how we are doing (https://cr.hilton.com)
• Team Member Travel Program: discounted hotel nights plus 50% off Food and Beverages (subject to individual outlets)
• Team Member Referral Program
• High street discounts: with 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

An Assistant Chief Engineer is responsible for all maintenance issues within the hotel to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience, including performing daily checks, repairing equipment, and coordinating renovation projects.

What will I be doing?

As an Assistant Chief Engineer, you will be responsible for all maintenance issues within the hotel, performing daily maintenance checks, repairing mechanical equipment, and coordinating renovation projects to ensure a high standard of service. Responsibilities include:

• Managing maintenance issues within the hotel
• Performing daily checks around the hotel
• Conducting lift emergency release procedures as required
• Diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing mechanical equipment
• Building good relationships with internal and external customers
• Maintaining hotel fixtures and fittings in safe condition
• Developing, implementing, and managing emergency and energy conservation programs
• Overseeing renovation projects, including bidding, scope definition, and supervising contractors
• Performing special projects and other responsibilities as assigned
• Ensuring health and safety standards are met, including safety inspections and employee training

Qualifications - External

What are we looking for?

Ideal candidates will have extensive knowledge of 4-pipe FCUs systems, centralized HVAC with chillers, boilers, CHP, and compliance knowledge. Experience managing a team of at least 5 people, handling small projects, and stock management is required. First Aid certification is advantageous.

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is a leading global hospitality company, offering a range of accommodations from luxury hotels to extended-stay suites. We are dedicated to providing exceptional guest experiences, and our team members are at the heart of this mission. Our vision is “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality,” and we strive to create remarkable experiences every day.

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