Assistant Chief Engineer

Hilton Worldwide, Inc.; City Of London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in London is seeking an Assistant Chief Engineer to oversee all maintenance issues, perform daily checks, and manage renovation projects. The ideal candidate will possess advanced building management knowledge, a commitment to customer service, and prior management experience. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently are essential. This role offers a competitive salary and various perks, including professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Smart uniform provided and laundered

Free and healthy meals when on duty

Career growth opportunities

Personal Development programmes

Team Member Travel Program

High street discounts

28 days holiday increasing to 33 days

Discounted dental and health cover

Guest Experience Day

Modern and inclusive Team Member’s areas

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of building management/engineering.
• Committed to delivering a high level of customer service.
• Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work on your own.
• Previous experience in a management role.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all maintenance issues within the hotel.
• Perform daily maintenance checks and repairs.
• Develop and implement emergency programs.
• Coordinate renovation projects and oversee quality work.
• Ensure health and safety standards are maintained.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of building management/engineering

Commitment to high customer service

Flexibility to respond to different work situations

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to work independently

Previous experience in a management role

Education

Vocational training in engineering or similar field

Job description

Job Description

Assistant Chief Engineer (HOT0C1OS)

Job Number: HOT0C1OS

Work Locations

Hilton London Olympia Hotel, 380 Kensington High Street, London W14 8NL

WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE UK’s #1 GREAT PLACE TO WORK 2025, AS VOTED BY OUR TEAM MEMBERS! No two days or two hotels are the same, but our spirit and passion for hospitality always brings all our teams together to create a culture of inclusiveness, positivity and drive to achieve our common goal. “To share the light and warmth of hospitality”. With amazing training, resources and support from both managers and colleagues, there is always an opportunity to develop and grow.

Annual Salary ranging from £37,000 up to £38,000

A WORLD OF REWARDS

• Smart 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
• Guest Experience Day after successfully passing probation
• Modern and inclusive Team Member’s areas

What will I be doing?

As an Assistant Chief Engineer, you will be responsible for all maintenance issues within the hotel, daily maintenance checks, and repairing mechanical equipment to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. You will also coordinate renovation projects and develop emergency programs. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Responsible for maintenance issues within the hotel
• Perform daily checks around the hotel
• Conduct lift emergency release procedures as required
• Diagnose, maintain, and repair mechanical equipment within the hotel
• Ensure good relationships are built with internal and external customers
• Maintenance of all hotel fixtures and fittings to ensure they are in safe condition and take action when any unsafe situations arise
• Develop, implement, and direct all emergency programs
• Develop, implement and manage energy conservation programs for the property to minimize expenses
• Coordinate renovation bidding, define the cost and scope of the project, and oversee the general contractor and subcontractors to ensure quality work is performed cost effectively
• Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned
• Responsible for the health and safety of the hotel
• Ensure monthly safety inspections take place and employees are trained accordingly

What are we looking for?

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:

• Advanced knowledge of building management/engineering
• Committed to delivering a high level of customer service
• Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work on your own
• Previous experience in a management role

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• First Aid
• Vocational training in engineering or similar field

EVERY JOB MAKES THE STAY.

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.

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Engineering, Maintenance and Facilities