Shift Engineer

LGH Hotel Management Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel management company in Greater London is seeking a Shift Engineer to ensure all systems are functioning perfectly. You will manage routine maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and assist with projects while providing excellent service to guests. The ideal candidate has prior experience, strong technical skills, and trade certifications. Benefits include employee discounts, legal advice, and well-being support. This role requires shift flexibility, including evenings and weekends.

Benefits

Employee discounts on hotel rates

Shopping discounts

Eye care

Free legal & money advice

Counseling sessions

Hospital & death benefit plans

Cycle to work scheme

Well-being support

Free meals on duty

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally in a hotel or high-end property.
• Strong technical knowledge across building systems.
• A proactive attitude and calm approach under pressure.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance and respond to reactive issues across the hotel.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Log and report issues, ensuring smooth handovers between shifts.
• Support the wider engineering team with projects and upgrades.
• Be a visible, helpful presence for guests and colleagues.

Skills

Mechanical systems troubleshooting

Electrical systems repair

Plumbing systems repair

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Education

Relevant trade qualifications or certifications

Job description

Shift Engineer

St Martins Lane Hotel

The Opportunity

You’ll be the go-to problem solver during your shift, ensuring that every system—from air con to ambience is working like a dream. Whether it’s a quick fix or a planned check, you’ll handle it with precision, professionalism, and a smile.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carry out routine maintenance and respond to reactive issues across the hotel.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Log and report issues, ensuring smooth handovers between shifts.
• Support the wider engineering team with projects and upgrades.
• Be a visible, helpful presence for guests and colleagues alike.

Benefits

• Our enviable employee discounts on bedroom rates across the LGH hotel portfolio.
• Shopping discounts - ranging from groceries, fashion, travel, utilities, days out, and even holidays.
• Eye care
• Free legal & money advice
• Counseling sessions
• Hospital & death benefit plans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing tips and support fitness videos
• Recipe ideas
• Advice on keeping active and healthy living
• Wellbeing podcasts and tv
• Breathing exercises
• 24/7 advice and support line
• Team reward & recognition
• Free meals on duty

Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in a similar role, ideally in a hotel or high‑end property.
• Strong technical knowledge across building systems.
• A proactive, can‑do attitude and a calm approach under pressure.
• Relevant trade qualifications or certifications.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Hotel

St Martins Lane London and Sanderson London are part of Morgans Originals, a brand of unique lifestyle hotels. They combine elegance with a touch of chaos, creating an unexpected and bold experience.

About us

Looking for an exciting career in the hospitality industry? Look no further than LGH Hotels Management! With a growing portfolio of 42 hotels throughout the UK, including globally recognised brands such as Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, and Best Western, all located in prime locations, we are the premier destination for those seeking a fulfilling career in hospitality. Join our dynamic team and be a part of shaping the future of the UK hospitality industry.