Shift Engineer (Hospitality/Hotel)

Randstad Construction and Property; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a proactive Shift Engineer to join a busy hotel maintenance team in London. The role requires strong mechanical, electrical, and plumbing skills with responsibility for ensuring guest comfort through effective maintenance. Candidates must have prior hotel maintenance experience and relevant qualifications. Full right to work in the UK is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance experience in hospitality/hotel environment is essential.
• Minimum of 2 years post qualification hands-on experience required.
• Full right to work in the UK necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform both scheduled PPM and reactive repairs on hotel systems.
• Maintain and troubleshoot HVAC systems for guest comfort.
• Carry out electrical repairs on various systems.

Skills

Mechanical systems maintenance

Electrical fault-finding

Plumbing repairs

HVAC systems maintenance

Education

C&G/NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Electrical/Mechanical/Plumbing & Heating

18th Edition certification

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a proactive and skilled Shift Engineer to join the maintenance team at a busy 180-bed hotel in London. This is a multi-skilled role for a hands-on individual with a strong foundation in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, along with general fabric maintenance. You will be responsible for ensuring the comfort and safety of guests and staff by providing timely and effective maintenance.

Responsibilities

• PPM and Reactive Maintenance: Perform both scheduled planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs on all hotel systems to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• HVAC Systems: Maintain and troubleshoot a range of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, including AHUs and FCUs, to ensure guest comfort.
• Electrical Maintenance: Carry out electrical fault-finding and repairs on power, lighting, and distribution systems.
• Mechanical Systems: Service and repair mechanical plant, including pumps, motors, boilers and cooling towers.
• Plumbing & Water Systems: Address plumbing issues such as leaks, blockages, and repairs to sanitary ware. Conduct routine water hygiene checks.
• General Fabric Maintenance: Handle minor carpentry, painting, and general repairs to maintain the hotel's appearance and functionality.
• Guest & Staff Liaison: Respond to all maintenance requests from guests and hotel staff in a professional and timely manner.
• Safety & Compliance: Adhere to all health and safety regulations, ensuring all work is carried out to the highest standard.

Requirements

• Previous maintenance expeirence in hospitality/hotel environment (essential)
• 18th Edition (essential)
• C&G/NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Electrical/Mechanical/Plumbing & Heating
• 2 years min. post qualification hands-on experience
• Full right to work in the UK

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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