Shift Engineer

The Imperial London Hotels Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Training Academy programmes

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Uniform dry-cleaning

Interest-free Season Ticket Loan

Workplace Pension

Staff discounts

50% discount at F&B outlets

Discounted drinks

Health Cash Plan

Mental health support

Early Pay access

Retail discounts

Salary sacrifice schemes

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

The Imperial London Hotels Limited is seeking a Shift Engineer for President Hotel in London. You will join the property maintenance team, overseeing daily tasks to keep guest rooms and public areas in immaculate condition and ensuring a safe, efficient operation.

Responsibilities include general repairs, minor electrical work, painting, carpentry, landscaping, BMS monitoring, and contractor supervision. Collaboration with Front of House is essential to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in Property Maintenance or a similar role.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Proactive approach to maintaining high standards of safety and functionality.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• General building repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Minor electrical work, painting, carpentry, and outdoor landscaping.
• Testing and monitoring the Building Management System (BMS).
• Supervising contractors where necessary.
• Coordinate daily tasks with front-of-house team and ensure requests are handled promptly and safely.
• Comply with health & safety legislation and company policy.

Skills

Property maintenance

Maintenance management systems

Problem solving

Safety minded

Team player

Communication skills

Tools

Maintenance software

Job description

Shift Engineer at President Hotel

40 hours a week (5/7 days a week Flexibility is required)

• Are you a skilled Shift Engineer or Property Maintenance Officer?
• Are you passionate about prioritising health, safety, and efficiency in everything you do?
• Are you ready to challenge the traditional hospitality mentality and put people and quality at the heart of your work?

If so, we’d love to hear from you!

We’re seeking a Shift Engineer based in our President Hotel to join our dedicated property maintenance team. Our maintenance team are never short of something to do. Working with the Maintenance Manager, you are responsible for making sure our hotels and other buildings are well presented and maintained at all times to ensure we deliver an exceptional experience for our guests. You will be responsible for overseeing various daily maintenance tasks, ensuring that guest bedrooms are well-maintained and consistently presented in immaculate condition.

Why Join Us?

No two days are ever the same in this role, though some of your key duties will include: general building repairs, minor electrical work, painting, carpentry work, outdoor landscaping and grounds maintenance, testing and monitoring the BMS and supervising contractors where necessary.

You’ll coordinate your daily tasks and any other scheduled maintenance activity with your front of house team to ensure requests are managed promptly and in a timely manner whilst operating in a safe and efficient way according to all H&S legislation and company policy.

Essential Skills

What we’re looking for:

• 2 years of experience in Property Maintenance or a similar role.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Proactive approach to maintaining high standards of safety and functionality.
• Team player who thrives in a busy environment.
• Experience with maintenance management systems.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Desirable Skills (Not Required But a Plus)

• Certifications in Facilities Management, Health & Safety, or related fields.
• Experience with energy management and sustainability initiatives.
• Multi-site management experience.

What’s In It For You

• 28 days holiday, rising to 33 with length of service (including bank holidays)
• Access to ILH Training Academy programmes, apprenticeships and supported study
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Complimentary uniform dry‑cleaning, plus discounted personal dry‑cleaning
• Interest‑free Season Ticket Loan
• Workplace Pension
• Team Member flat rate and 50% friends and family hotel discount
• 50% discount across ILH F&B outlets
• Discounted drinks at Blooms Café
• Employee‑funded Health Cash Plan
• Local Bloomsbury discounts
• Early Pay access
• Shopping discounts with selected retailers
• Salary sacrifice schemes including nursery care, cycle to work, and technology
• Access to mental health first‑aiders, wellbeing support and the Employee Assistance Programme

About Us

With a 185-year legacy, our company combines the stability of a long-standing 7th generation family business with the innovation of a startup. We have big plans for growth, and we need someone who shares our excitement for the future, whilst upholding our core values of positivity, care, collaboration, growth, and pride.

We are part of the Imperial London Family of Hotels, a family-run company with over 185 years of history. We’re rewriting the traditional hospitality mindset, paving the way for a fresh approach at our 8 hotels and 9 restaurants in Bloomsbury. Our purpose is to provide authentic London experiences and memorable stays to all our guests, and we believe that starts with the right team.