Assistant Chief Engineer

Hilton; Greater London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hospitality group in Greater London is seeking an Assistant Chief Engineer responsible for maintaining hotel facilities and ensuring high-quality guest experiences. This role requires advanced knowledge in building management and engineering, along with strong leadership skills. The ideal candidate will oversee maintenance operations, coordinate renovation projects, and uphold safety and quality standards. Competitive salary and career development opportunities are offered within a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Smart uniform provided and laundered

Free and healthy meals when on duty

Personal Development programmes

Team Member Travel Program

Holiday: 28 days, increasing to 33

Discounted dental and health cover

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of building management/engineering.
• Previous experience in a management role.
• Flexibility to respond to various work situations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance issues within the hotel.
• Perform daily maintenance checks and repair mechanical equipment.
• Coordinate renovation projects to ensure quality work.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of building management / engineering

Positive attitude

Good communication skills

Committed to delivering a high level of customer service

Excellent grooming standards

Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to work on their own

Previous experience in a management role

Education

Vocational training in engineering or similar field

Job description

EOE / AA / Disabled / Veterans

WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE UKs #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 37000 up to 38000

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 ( )
• 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 Members areas

Responsibilities

An Assistant Chief Engineer is responsible for all maintenance issues within the hotel to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience while 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, daily maintenance checks and repairing mechanical equipment to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. An Assistant Chief Engineer will also be required to 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
• Positive attitude
• Good communication skills
• Committed to delivering a high level of customer service
• Excellent grooming standards
• Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work on their 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 theres an extraordinary person working to make each Stay magical. Thats why at Hilton Every Job Makes the Stay.

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Required Experience :

Chief

Key Skills

Mold Remediation,Succession Planning,Employee Evaluation,Basic Math,Host / Hostess Experience,Restoration,Restoration Industry Experience,Water Damage Restoration,Emergency Management,Auto Restoration,Fire Restoration,Financial Report Interpretation

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1