Shift Engineer

Crimson Hotels Group; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hotel group in England is seeking a Maintenance Technician/Shift Engineer to ensure hotel facilities remain in top condition. The role involves performing preventive maintenance and repairs on various systems, including heating and air conditioning, and responding to maintenance requests. Ideal candidates will have experience in maintenance, a collaborative mindset, and excellent attention to detail. Join a diverse team passionate about providing exceptional service and enjoying numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Health & Wellbeing Cash Plan

Go Hilton discount program

Life Assurance Scheme

Pension Scheme

Complimentary meals on duty

Opportunities for internal career progression

Dry cleaning and uniform laundering on duty

Professional training and development opportunities

Paid birthday day off

Employee recognition programmes

Refer a Friend incentive

Discounts in F&B Outlets

MyCrimson Rewards cashback platform

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance or engineering roles is essential.
• Ability to handle various tasks including plumbing and electrical work.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on hotel machinery.
• Handle maintenance requests covering plumbing and electrical tasks.
• Collaborate with Front Office and Housekeeping teams to maintain hotel standards.

Skills

Previous experience in a similar maintenance or engineering role

Hands-on, can-do attitude

Strong attention to detail

Collaborative mindset

Confident command of English

Job description

100 Queen's Gate Hotel London, Curio Collection by Hilton

Here at 100 Queens Gate Hotel, we know our colleagues are key to our success. That’s why we’re passionate about offering limitless opportunities for career progression, and personal growth as well as a supportive and empowering work environment. Not only that, we also offer a host of exceptional team member benefits too.

The Role

You’ll play a key role in keeping hotel facilities in optimum operating condition by performing preventive maintenance and repairs on hotel plant and machinery (including heat, power, air conditioning and refrigeration). You’ll also carry out maintenance requests, including minor plumbing, electrical, joinery, painting, tiling work and any other maintenance work required. You will work closely with your colleagues in Front Office and Housekeeping to ensure the hotels are kept in an excellent state of repair.

In addition to having previous experience in a similar role, we look for a Maintenance Technician/Shift Engineer to be a strong team player who has strong attention to detail and an absolute commitment to the craft. You’ll have a can-do attitude and be able to respond flexibly to different guest requests and situations. Finally, you’ll have a good command of the English language.

The Person

You’ll play a key role in keeping hotel facilities in optimum working condition by carrying out preventative maintenance and repairs on hotel plant and machinery — including heating, power, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. You’ll also attend to maintenance requests covering a range of tasks such as minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, tiling, and general repair work.

Collaboration is essential — you’ll work closely with colleagues across departments, especially Front Office and Housekeeping, to ensure the hotel remains in excellent condition and that guests enjoy a seamless experience.

You’ll bring:

• Previous experience in a similar maintenance or engineering role (ideally in hospitality)

• A hands‑on, can‑do attitude and the ability to adapt to a range of situations and guest needs

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high standards

• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work well within a team

• A confident command of English and good communication skills

100 Queen's Gate Hotel London

100 Queen’s Gate Hotel London, Curio Collection by Hilton is a beautifully restored Victorian townhouse hotel nestled in Kensington and Chelsea, just a short stroll from Hyde Park, the Natural History Museum, and the Royal Albert Hall. With 228 unique rooms and suites, including 11 individually themed suites and the exclusive Queen’s Gate Suite, each stay offers distinct charm.

Guests can enjoy a traditional Afternoon Tea in Botanica, with its sophisticated atrium setting, or unwind with a late-night drink in our cocktail bar, ESQ.

Why join the 100 Queen's Gate Team?

As part of our team, you’ll have access to a range and benefits,including:

• Health & Wellbeing Cash Plan
• Go Hilton – Discount program for you, your friends & family to stay in over 7,200 Hilton portfolio of hotels around the world starting from £40 a night
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Pension Scheme
• Complimentary meals on duty
• Opportunities for internal career progression
• Dry cleaning and uniform laundering on duty
• Professional training and development opportunities
• Paid birthday day off
• Employee recognition programmes to celebrate your achievements
• Refer a Friend incentive
• Discounts in our F&B Outlets
• MyCrimson Rewards – Cashback and discount platform for online and in-store shopping

Our team is very diverse. From newcomers making their way to the industry to some of the most experienced professionals in London. We promote a strong culture where quality interactions, excellent service and fun dominates our day to day. We describe ourselves as a brand personality. If these traits resonate with your own personality, then The Trafalgar St. James is for you.

I n line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must either be eligible to live and work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK prior to application. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

Crimson Hotels is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.