Chief Engineer

Valor Hospitality; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel management company is seeking a proactive Chief Engineer for its new hotel in Manchester. The ideal candidate will lead a maintenance team, ensure high standards of upkeep, and support hotel operations from pre-opening through daily management. This position offers flexibility and the opportunity to be part of a prestigious opening at a world-class venue.

Benefits

Valor team member rates at UK hotels

Discounted stays for friends and family

50% discount in restaurants

Free meals while on duty

High-street discounts

Cycle To Work Scheme savings

Refer-a-friend bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance or engineering roles.
• Ability to lead a maintenance team effectively.
• Prepared to contribute to hotel pre-opening tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Hotel Maintenance Team ensuring excellent guest experience.
• Handle planned project work and reactive tasks efficiently.
• Support the General Manager to maintain hotel systems.

Skills

Experience in Maintenance / Engineering within upscale hotels

Insight, accuracy, and commercial flair

Leadership in hotel pre-opening

Drive performance through people and systems

Thrive in fast-paced environments

Job description

Chief Engineer – The Medlock, a Radisson Blu Hotel

An extraordinary opportunity for a proactive, detail focused Chief Engineer to maintain all property systems, champion health and safety and the upkeep of a fantastic hotel opening at the heart of Manchester’s Etihad Campus, home to Manchester City Football Club.

This brand-new 401-key hotel is set to be a game‑changer in hospitality, seamlessly integrating with one of the most prestigious entertainment and sporting destinations globally.

The next evolution of the Etihad Campus will see it become a thriving sports and entertainment district, featuring state‑of‑the‑art training facilities, a world class 60,000 seater stadium, and vibrant leisure spaces including the Co‑op Live arena. It will become a world‑class hub for elite sport, music, and entertainment, attracting visitors from around the world.

The new hotel will be at the centre of this dynamic environment, providing an exceptional place for guests, teams, and fans to stay and experience everything the campus has to offer.

You’ll be the leader of the Hotel Maintenance Team, supporting the General Manager to create an exceptional experience for the guest and our team members, from external surroundings, general public areas to individual guest bedrooms.

You’ll balance planned project work, audit performance and reactive tasks to steer the maintenance team to create an exceptional hotel environment.

We are open 7 days a week 365 days a year and need maintenance coverage that matches this. Our maintenance team works a range of shifts and days – this means great flexibility if required. Shift patterns and contracted hours can all be discussed at interview.

Read more about the role here

What’s in it for you?

• A career-defining opportunity with a brand-new hotel in a world‑class location
• Collaborate with two global brands — Radisson and Manchester City FC
• Be part of a bold, high‑performing pre‑opening team with Valor Hospitality

W e’re looking for someone who :

• Has experience in Maintenance / Engineering within lifestyle or upscale hotels
• Brings insight, accuracy, and commercial flair to every decision
• Has led or contributed to a hotel pre‑opening (or is ready for the challenge)
• Understands how to drive performance through people and systems
• Thrives in fast‑paced, high‑profile environments where collaboration is key

Reporting to the General Manager, you’ll also lead and develop your own maintenance team – with support from central and brand partners. You’ll help shape our launch, embed a performance‑driven culture, and ensure The Medlock Hotel hits the ground running.

Ready to be part of history? Apply now and take your hospitality career to the next level!

In addition to competitive rates of pay, we also offer :

• Valor team member rates at our UK hotels, with rooms from just £30 B&B.
• Discounted stays for friends and family.
• 50% discount when dining in our restaurants and bars.
• Free meals while on duty, keeping you well‑fueled.
• Access to high‑street discounts on a range of shops, experiences and more.
• Up to 40% savings on a wide range of bikes, with our Cycle To Work Scheme.
• Generous refer‑a‑friend bonuses, starting at £250.

Exclusive discounts for you, your friends and family

• Valor team member rates at our UK hotels, with rooms from just £30 B&B.
• Discounted stays for friends and family.
• 50% discount when dining in our restaurants and bars.
• Free meals while on duty, keeping you well‑fueled.
• Access to high‑street discounts on a range of shops, experiences and more.
• Up to 40% savings on a wide range of bikes, with our Cycle To Work Scheme.
• Generous refer‑a‑friend bonuses, starting at £250.

Caring for your health and wellbeing, both in and outside of work

• A calendar of wellness activities – from healthy lunches to wellbeing walks and pay day treats, not forgetting our annual #HealthyHabits campaign.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing free confidential advice, 24 / 7, for you and your family, supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.
• Healthcare Cash Plan options, from just £5 per month.

Fancy joining our team?

Valor Hospitality promotes equal opportunities in employment and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose skills and experience seem to meet our needs. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you only if you are selected for an interview.

Employment is subject to the provision of proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Due to our safeguarding promise, all UK based roles will be subject to a DBS check upon commencing employment with us. This will be either a basic, standard or enhanced check depending on the job role and responsibilities.