Maintenance Engineer

Dorset Square Hotel - Maintenance; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan

Complimentary meals on shift

Flexible scheduling

Overtime pay

Enhanced holiday allowance

Training & development

English lessons

Refer a friend bonus

Staff discounts

Season ticket loan

Cycle to work

Job summary

Dorset Square Hotel, part of Firmdale Hotels, is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to safeguard the charm and functionality of our distinguished properties. You will execute a range of maintenance tasks, oversee repairs, and conduct routine inspections to ensure guest comfort. Collaboration with the team, meticulous record-keeping, and a proactive approach are essential.

We offer excellent benefits, ongoing training, and opportunities for professional development within a renowned hospitality group.

Qualifications

• Strong maintenance knowledge of MEP systems.
• Excellent organizational skills and record-keeping.
• Team player with good communication.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Execute a diverse range of maintenance tasks to uphold aesthetics and functionality.
• Coordinate and oversee repairs, ensuring prompt resolution for guest satisfaction.
• Conduct routine maintenance inspections to identify and address issues proactively.
• Collaborate closely with team members to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Maintain clear communication with stakeholders to ensure seamless operations.
• Deliver meticulous maintenance activities in line with Brand standards.

Skills

Maintenance knowledge

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Job description

Are you ready toembark on an exciting journey in the world of hospitality? Firmdale Hotelsinvites passionate Maintenance Engineers to become a part of our highlysuccessful team. At Firmdale Hotels, we pride ourselves on offering unique,beautifully decorated accommodations that provide unparalleled experiences toour guests.

As a MaintenanceEngineer at our esteemed Dorset Square Hotel, you will play a pivotal role inensuring the seamless operation and upkeep of our stunning properties. Yourprimary responsibility will be to preserve the charm and functionality of ourhotels through diligent maintenance practices. From overseeing routine repairsto coordinating intricate projects, your expertise will contribute to upholdingthe impeccable standards that define Firmdale Hotels.

Responsibilities:

• Execute a diverse range of maintenance tasksto uphold the unique aesthetics and functionality of our hotels.
• Coordinate and oversee repairs, ensuringprompt resolution to maintain guest satisfaction.
• Conduct routine maintenance inspections toidentify and address any issues proactively.
• Collaborate closely with other team members toprioritise tasks and meet project deadlines effectively.
• Maintain clear and open communication channelswith relevant stakeholders to ensure seamless operations.
• Uphold Firmdale Hotels' commitment toexcellence by delivering meticulous attention to detail in all maintenanceactivities.

What you Need:

• Comprehensive maintenance knowledge, with astrong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Exceptional organisational skills, allowingyou to manage tasks efficiently and maintain meticulous records.
• Patience and a keen eye for detail, ensuringthoroughness in all maintenance endeavours.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a teamenvironment, demonstrating strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dedication to meeting project deadlines anddelivering results that exceed expectations

WhatWe Offer:

• Health cash plan (including contributions towards dental,optical, alternative and complementary therapies)
• Complimentary meals on shift
• Flexible scheduling without split shifts
• Paid overtime for working Bank Holidays
• Enhanced holiday allowance based on length of service
• Ongoing training, professional development, and fully fundedEnglish lessons
• Refer a friend bonus and earn over £500
• Access to Stream, our financial wellbeing app - access yourearnings before pay day, automate your savings and be supported with financialcoaching
• Exclusive discounts at Design Hotels, staff sales, spa discounts,and product perks
• Discounted cinema tickets, gym membership, travel, retailers andrestaurants
• Dry cleaning service for uniform and discounted personal items
• Regular social events, team activities, and fitness sessions
• One paid volunteering day, every year
• Annual long service awards with rewards at key milestones
• Season ticket loan for convenient commuting
• Cycle to work scheme
• And much more!...

About Us

Our very first opening, and thehotel where Tim and Kit Kemp's vision for Firmdale Hotels began, Dorset SquareHotel occupies a handsome Regency building overlooking the garden square thatwas once the site of Thomas Lord's original cricket ground. Set in thecharming, residential heart of Marylebone, it's surrounded by some of thecapital's finest independent shops, cafés, restaurants and historic buildings.

At its heart is The Potting Shed,our much-loved bar and restaurant, which brings its own warmth and character tothis already special address. There's a real sense of history and heritage tothis place, and a warmth that comes from being where it all started. To work atDorset Square is to be part of that story, and to help write the next chapterthrough the care and dedication you bring to every guest experience.

You'll be joining an award-winningteam:

• Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, 2025 & 2026
• One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence, The Potting Shed,2024
• Readers' Choice Awards, Condé Nast Traveller, 2025

You can see a full list of ourawards and accolades here: https://www.firmdalehotels.com/b/awards-accolades/

Firmdale Hotels was founded inLondon, in 1985 by husband and wife team, Tim and Kit Kemp. Today, Firmdale hasgrown to include hotels and private residences across London and New York aswell restaurants, bars, spas, an online shop, interior design studio andLaundry facility.

Firmdale Hotels welcomesapplicants from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive workplace.Please let us know if you need adjustments during the recruitment process. In line with the Asylum and Immigration Act1996, we do require all applicants to have the eligibility to live and work inthe United Kingdom. Documentation will be required at interview stage.

Compensation: To be discussed