Shift Engineer - Hotel - Ascot

Untitled design (18).jpg; Sunninghill; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An iconic hotel group in Sunninghill is seeking a Shift Engineer to manage repairs and ensure the effective operation of technical equipment. This role provides an excellent opportunity for career progression in a renowned environment. Candidates should have relevant engineering qualifications and previous hotel experience. Flexibility and a commitment to health and safety are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a hotel environment.
• Qualifications in mechanical and/or electrical engineering.
• Knowledge of plumbing, painting, and carpentry.

Responsibilities

• Manage repairs and perform proactive maintenance.
• Liaise with housekeeping to prioritize jobs.
• Conduct routine checks in guest rooms.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Building services knowledge

Health & Safety compliance

Problem-solving

Education

ONC / HNC in Building Services

City & Guilds qualifications

Tools

BMS controls

Heating & air conditioning equipment

Job description

Overview

As a technical specialist you will manage repairs, either in person or through subcontractors, respond to daily engineering issues and perform proactive routine maintenance and equipment inspection, being fully aware of Health & Safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering expertise and services across the hotel to enable a 24/7 operation
• Liaise with the Housekeeping & Engineering Coordinator to prioritize jobs and provide feedback on status of repairs and time required to perform the job.
• Act as a rapid response resource to reported faults and emergency situations
• Participate in engineering projects and installations
• Perform planned preventative maintenance and proactive routine equipment inspection to ensure minimal down time of operational equipment
• Conduct routine equipment checks in guest rooms - and conduct routine repairs & touch ups to meet technical requirements & Hotel service goals
• Assess & identify any complex or potential technical maintenance or operating issues in Guest rooms, and report to the Chief Engineer.
• Offer support & advise to floor teams for fault diagnosis in technical equipment/systems, to ensure effective operation & minimal disruption
• Ensure the effective operation of all technical equipment in designated area
• Operate all equipment in a safe & effective manner & ensure compliance to relevant legislative and health & safety requirements
• We are working with an iconic hotel group to find them a Shift Engineer for one of their stunning UK properties. You will need to be a flexible team player who takes pride in their work and actively promotes a great company culture. The group offer not only a wonderful working environment but also excellent career progression across their group of properties.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a hotel environment
• ONC /HNC or City & Guilds Building Services qualifications
• Mechanical and/or Electrical engineering qualifications
• Experience within Building services & controls
• Knowledge of BMS controls, heating & air conditioning equipment and the general functioning of equipment such as plumbing, painting, carpentry, electrical and TV controls
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and Risk assessments
• Due to the location of the role, you will need your own vehicle. You must be able to live and work in the UK without restriction.