Building Services Engineer

45 Park Lane; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary Stays

Hotel Discounts

Private Pension

Training & Development

Social & Wellness events

Referral Bonus

Employee Perks

Job summary

Dorchester Collection in London’s Mayfair invites you to join as Building Services Engineer at 45 Park Lane. You’ll inspect, repair and maintain electrical, plumbing, HVAC across the property, ensuring pool, spa, elevators, and safety systems operate smoothly while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

You’ll work in a luxury environment, with training through our learning academy and a range of benefits from complimentary stays to pension and wellness support.

Qualifications

• Ability to repair and maintain building systems (electrical, plumbing, HVAC).
• Follow safety rules and keep environments safe for residents and staff.
• Spot problems, fix issues, stay calm during emergencies.
• Work independently and with a team when needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections of the property, communal areas, amenities, and exterior facilities.
• Repair and maintain electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and other mechanical systems.
• Ensure pool and spa systems are functioning, monitor water quality and heating.
• Monitor elevators, fire alarm systems, and security systems.
• Perform risk assessments and recommend improvements.

Skills

Building systems maintenance

Safety rules & compliance

Problem solving under pressure

Independent & team work

Communication with residents

Organization & planning

Flexible hours

Education

HVAC/Electrical/Safety training certification

Tools

Building management software

Job description

Join us as a Building Services Engineer at 45 Park Lane, recognised as one of ‘The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Places to Work for’ in 2024-2026 and ‘Hotel of the year – London’ at the 2024 AA Hospitality Awards. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is part of our DNA, reflected in our values of passion, personality, respect, working together, and creativity. We believe that a variety of perspectives enriches our culture and drives our success.

We care about your career and are known for having the absolute best people in the industry. When you join us as Building Services Engineer, you start a unique opportunity to become celebrated as the very best in your field. You\'ll learn not only from your fellow Legends, but also through our award-winning learning academy, so that you can achieve the highest standards of craft, service, and leadership and become a legend in your own story.

What you\'ll do

As a Building Services Engineer you\'ll enjoy your work and take pride in delighting our guests:

• Conduct regular inspections of the property, communal areas, amenities (swimming pool, spa, etc.), and exterior facilities.
• Repair and maintain electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and other mechanical systems across the property.
• Ensure the swimming pool and spa systems are functioning efficiently, including filtration, water chemistry, and heating. Regularly check water quality, chemical balance, and adjust as necessary.
• Monitor and maintain the integrity of elevators, fire alarm systems, and security systems.
• Perform risk assessments and provide recommendations for improvements.

The items shared are the essence of a day in the life of a Building Services Engineer, but we\'ll make sure you are provided with specifics on how we care for our hotel. The operational hours of work are shift-based and may be subjected to change.

What you\'ll bring

Essential Skills and Experience

• A bility to repair and maintain building systems (such as electrical, plumbing, and HVAC).
• Able to follow safety rules and keep the environment safe for residents and staff.
• Good at spotting problems, fixing issues, and staying calm during emergencies.
• Able to work independently and also with a team when needed.
• Good communication skills, with a friendly and helpful approach toward residents.
• Able to manage several tasks, plan work, and stay organised.
• Comfortable working flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working in luxury residences, hotels, or high-end buildings.
• Knowledge of pool and spa systems (such as water treatment, filtration, and heating).
• Experience using building management or maintenance software.
• Training or certificates in HVAC, electrical systems, or safety.
• Understanding of energy-saving and sustainable building practices.
• Ability to handle complex technical systems like elevators, fire alarms, and security systems.

What you\'ll get

• Complimentary Stays: Enjoy complimentary stays with breakfast at Dorchester Collection Hotels every year.
• Discountswith ourhotels, and benefit from discounts at various high street and online shops
• Employee Perks: Enrol from day 1 into the Royal London Private Pension scheme (we contribute 8% towards your pension); Benefit from seasonal ticket loan, rental deposit scheme, private financial advice, and eye care vouchers.
• Training and Development: Advance in your career by accessing various apprenticeships from Level 2 to Hospitality Degree Level 5. We partner with outstanding nationally recognised Apprenticeship providers.
• Social Events: Participate in vibrant social events, including a summer party, winter ball, pub quizzes, and cultural and milestone recognition celebrations.
• Referral Bonus: Earn a £1000 bonus when you recommend a friend.
• Well-being Support: Access immediate well-being advice because we care about our employees.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. If you need us to do anything to support you during the recruitment process (such as adjustments to how you apply, alternative formats of information, or adjustments to the assessment process itself), please do call People & Culture team on 02073197011 or email [e-mail] so that we can discuss how we can support you through this process.