Engineering Supervisor

Nobu Hospitality; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend Scheme £1000

Hotel social events

Discounted overnight stays

Discounted wellness services

Career progression opportunities

Learning and development opportunities

Wellness and volunteering initiatives

Up to 33 holiday days

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work

Food & beverage discounts

Free meals on duty

Job summary

Nobu Hotel London Portman Square is seeking an Engineering Supervisor to oversee maintenance activities and support the engineering team in delivering proactive, high-standard facilities management.

You will ensure safe and efficient operation of building systems, coordinate repairs, manage parts inventory and work closely with other hotel departments to maintain guest satisfaction and compliance with Nobu standards.

Qualifications

• Previous engineering or maintenance supervisory experience in hotel, hospitality, or similar environment.
• Strong technical knowledge with hands-on problem-solving and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Chief Engineer in supervising day-to-day activities of the Engineering team.
• Oversee planned preventative maintenance programmes with accurate records.
• Maintain a safe, secure and well-presented environment for guests and colleagues.
• Monitor contractors to ensure works meet Nobu standards and safety requirements.
• Support operation and upkeep of building systems (electrical, water, ventilation, HVAC, refrigeration).
• Respond to maintenance requests and coordinate repairs across guest rooms and public areas.
• Maintain inventory levels for parts and tools; support budget controls.
• Conduct regular inspections and identify maintenance needs proactively.
• Collaborate with Security and operational teams on health, safety and compliance.

Skills

Engineering supervision

Hotel/hospitality experience

Problem solving

Team development

Budget control

Job description

At Nobu Hotel London Portman Square, every exceptional guest experience relies on a safe, efficient and beautifully maintained environment. As Engineering Supervisor, you will play a vital role in ensuring our hotel operates to the highest standards by overseeing maintenance activities, supporting the engineering team and driving preventative maintenance programmes across the property. You will work closely with the Chief Engineer to maintain our luxury facilities, support operational excellence and create an environment where both guests and colleagues can thrive.

You will

• Support the Chief Engineer in supervising the day-to-day activities of the Engineering team and coordinating workloads across the hotel.
• Oversee planned preventative maintenance programmes, ensuring accurate records are maintained and updated.
• Maintain a safe, secure and well-presented environment for guests, colleagues and visitors.
• Monitor contractors and ensure all works are completed safely, professionally and in line with Nobu standards.
• Support the operation and upkeep of building systems including electrical, water, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and coordinate repairs across guest rooms and public areas.
• Maintain inventory levels for engineering parts, tools and supplies while supporting budget controls.
• Carry out regular inspections of the hotel and proactively identify maintenance requirements.
• Work closely with Security and operational departments to uphold health, safety and compliance standards throughout the property.
• Support, train and develop engineering colleagues, helping create a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
• Assist with audits, SOP development and continuous improvement initiatives across the department.
• Build strong relationships across Housekeeping, Front Office, Security and Food & Beverage teams to support the wider hotel operation.
• Demonstrate a proactive, positive and solution-focused approach while embodying Nobu values of Family, Crafted, Smile and Kokoro.

What We're Looking For

You have previous engineering or maintenance supervisory experience within a hotel, hospitality or comparable operational environment. You possess strong technical knowledge, excellent organisational skills and a hands-on approach to problem-solving.

You are passionate about maintaining high standards, enjoy supporting and developing others and understand the importance of creating a safe, well-maintained environment that enhances the guest experience. Calm under pressure and highly collaborative, you take pride in delivering solutions with professionalism and efficiency.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

• £1000 Refer a Friend Scheme
• Two hotel-wide social events each year including our Employee Awards Night
• Discounted overnight stays across Nobu properties worldwide
• Discounted Pilates classes and wellness treatments
• Opportunities to progress within our hotel and the wider Nobu portfolio
• Innovative learning and development opportunities
• Exciting wellness and volunteering initiatives
• Up to 33 holiday days through length of service
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounts on all food and beverage
• Free meals while on duty