Chief Engineer - Manchester

The Medlock; Manchester; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A new luxury hotel in Manchester is seeking a proactive Chief Engineer to oversee property systems and health and safety. You will lead the maintenance team to ensure an exceptional guest experience. Ideal candidates have experience in upscale hotels and possess strong leadership skills. This role offers a dynamic work environment with varied shifts and responsibilities.

Benefits

Exclusive discounts for team members

Discounted hotel stays

Free meals while on duty

Healthcare Cash Plan options

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance/engineering within lifestyle or upscale hotels.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a maintenance team.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all property systems and champion health and safety.
• Lead the Hotel Maintenance Team and support the General Manager.
• Balance planned project work, audits, and reactive tasks.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Leadership skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Job description

Chief Engineer – Manchester

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 become a thriving sports and entertainment district, featuring state‑of‑the‑art training facilities, a world‑class 60,000‑seat 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 guests 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
• 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

• 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
• 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, plus 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

Valor Hospitality promotes equal opportunities in employment and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, 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.