Assistant Director of Engineering

Hyatt Regency London Olympia; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyatt Regency London Olympia is seeking an Assistant Director of Engineering to lead the setup of the Engineering department for its pre-opening phase. The ideal candidate will possess strong operational expertise, a good understanding of UK regulations, and a collaborative mindset, contributing to the new hotel's success. Enjoy perks such as complimentary hotel stays, discounted rates for family, and opportunities for continuous learning and growth within Hyatt.

Benefits

12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide

Discounted hotel stays for you and your family and friends

Business attire laundered complimentary

Meals on duty

Headspace membership

50% discount on food and beverages at selected Hyatt Hotels

Continuous learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Relevant background in a similar role in the five-star market.
• Strong understanding of UK building regulations and health & safety legislation.
• Pre-opening hotel experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily engineering operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
• Implement routine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Maintain health, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Operational expertise

Solution-driven mindset

Understanding of UK building regulations

Health & safety knowledge

Job description

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Assistant Director of Engineering

About Hyatt Regency London Olympia

Hyatt Regency London Olympia will be part of a major redevelopment project transforming Olympia, London's historic convention centre built in 1873, into a comprehensive convention, entertainment, and cultural district in West London. Anchored by the iconic glass barrel-vaulted roofs of the Grand and National Halls, the new 14-acre site will feature a boutique multi-screen arthouse cinema, a 4,000-capacity music and performing arts venue, a 1,500-seat theatre, a rooftop sky garden, as well as restaurants, shops, cafés, and office and co-working spaces.

Hyatt Regency London Olympia will offer 204 rooms, a bar and restaurant, as well as a lobby lounge. Additionally, there will be 3 meeting rooms and direct connectivity to the London Olympia Convention Centre.

The role

As Assistant Director of Engineering , you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Director of Engineering in setting up and overseeing the Engineering department in this pre-opening hotel. Your focus will be on operational excellence, team development, and compliance.

Your main focus during pre-opening will be

• Support the set up for the Engineering department, ensuring efficient processes and structure.

• Assist in Talent Acquisition/Recruitment , helping to build a skilled and motivated team.

• Drive a collaborative work environment.

Duties and responsibilities related to the Assistant Director of Engineering role

• Assist the Director of Engineering in ensuring the efficient and economic operation of the Engineering Department in support of all other operating Departments, supplying services as required to the entire operation, and maintaining equipment, building, and grounds in optimum condition.

• Oversee daily engineering operations , ensuring efficiency and compliance.

• Implement routine maintenance and troubleshooting to uphold hotel standards.

• Monitor energy consumption, assist in sustainable practices, and cost-saving initiatives.

• Maintain health, safety, and regulatory compliance , while ensuring operational integrity.

• Work closely with other departments to support guest satisfaction and seamless service.

• Provide hands-on leadership and mentoring to the engineering team.

About you

You will have a relevant background in a similar role in the five-star market. Strong operational expertise , with a pro-active solution-driven mindset. You will have a strong understanding of UK building regulations as well as health & safety legislation. Hotel pre-opening and mixed-use complex experience is beneficial.

Benefits of the Assistant Director of Engineering role include

• 12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide

• Discounted hotel stays across Hyatt not just for you but also your family and friends from the day you start!

• Business attire laundered complimentary

• Meals on duty

• Headspace membership and access to our Employee Assistance Programme

• 50% discount on food and beverages when you dine as a guest at selected Hyatt Hotels

• Continuous learning and development opportunities to provide you with a clear career path as well as job promotion opportunities across Hyatt Hotels worldwide

At Hyatt 'We care for people so they can be their best '. This is demonstrated in our values of Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation and Wellbeing. Joining us means you will be part of the ever-growing Hyatt family which has 1150 hotels in over 70 countries and is recognised as a Great Place to Work Company!

Being part of Hyatt means always having space to be you. We are passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion. Our global teams are a mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities and identities.

Join a team that is making travel more human. Connected. Sustainable. Here, everyone's role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape. Your individuality is celebrated. At the heart of Hyatt is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job - it's a career for people who care.

Next Steps: Apply today for this Assistant Director of Engineering role and start your journey with Hyatt Hotels!