Shift Engineer - Jumeirah Carlton Tower

Jumeirah; City Of London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & Development

Global mobility

Staff discounts

Healthcare benefits

Service charge

Birthday holidays

Perks website access

Dry cleaning

Meals on duty

Job summary

Jumeirah Carlton Tower in Knightsbridge, London, invites applications for a Shift Engineer to maintain electrical and mechanical systems, follow procedures, and respond rapidly to faults to protect guest experience.

The ideal candidate holds an Electrical or Mechanical UK trade qualification, has luxury hospitality experience, strong problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication to coordinate with teams and contractors.

Qualifications

• Electrical or Mechanical UK trade qualification.
• Experience in luxury hospitality.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• In-depth understanding of local/building codes, safety protocols and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Have full knowledge of the company procedures and adhere to them.
• Ensure all mechanical and electrical systems and tools are working and in good repair.
• Respond to and rectify emergency maintenance faults prioritising those affecting Health & Safety or guest experience.
• Update the maintenance reporting platform during duty per procedures.
• Carry out regular hotel patrols to identify corrective repair works.

Skills

Electrical trade qualification

Mechanical trade qualification

Hospitality experience

Analytical skills

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Job description

About Jumeirah

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates an exceptional portfolio of 29 properties across 11 countries in the Middle East, Europe, and Asia. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and the brand is now renowned worldwide for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels and exclusive residences. From the contemporary Maldivian island paradise at Jumeirah Olhahali Island to the art-inspired Jumeirah Capri Palace in Italy and the modern twist on a British classic at Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London, the brand has become synonymous with warm and generous service and the ability to craft distinctive and purposeful experiences that bring joy to guests from across the world.

About Jumeirah Carlton Tower

Located in the heart of Knightsbridge, Jumeirah Carlton Tower is a landmark London address where heritage meets contemporary luxury. The hotel offers stunning views across the city, access to the private Cadogan Gardens, a variety of dining experiences, and a rooftop health club and spa with one of London’s largest naturally lit swimming pool.

About the Job

An opportunity has arisen for a Shift Engineer to join us at Jumeirah Carlton Tower. The main duties and responsibilities of this role are:

• To have a full knowledge of the company’s procedures and policies and to adhere to them.
• Check that all mechanical and electrical systems and tools are working and in good repair at all times.
• Respond to and rectify emergency maintenance faults raised on the maintenance reporting platforms or software, prioritising those which impact Health & Safety, guests or guest service in the first instance; ensuring response times are met and are followed up with the guest once complete.
• Updating the maintenance reporting platform whilst on duty adhering to the system use procedures.
• Undertake regular daily patrols of the hotel front and back of house to carry out maintenance spotting in order to identify any corrective repair works that need to be carried out; for example, the replacement of light bulbs within public areas.
• Reporting any fire life safety matters immediately to your manager/s or in their absence the security or duty manager.

About you:

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:

• Electrical or Mechanical UK trade qualification.
• Experience and luxury hospitality environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex engineering issues promptly and effectively, minimizing downtime and ensuring uninterrupted hotel operations.
• In-depth understanding of local and industry-specific regulations and compliance standards related to building codes, safety protocols, and environmental regulations, ensuring the hotel meets all legal requirements.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to liaise with team members, other hotel departments, and external contractors. Ability to convey technical information in a clear and concise manner.

About the Benefits:

At Jumeirah, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our benefits package reflects this commitment by combining rewarding financial incentives, comprehensive healthcare, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits include:

• Supportive and inclusive work environment
• Access to Learning & Development programmes and clear career pathways
• Opportunities for internal mobility within our global network
• Colleague discounts on food, beverage, and hotel stays worldwide
• Health care and insurance benefits
• Competitive salary + excellent service charge
• Extra holiday for significant Birthdays (21.30.40. etc.)
• Jumeirah perks website access – discount
• Dry cleaning of uniform or Business attire
• Meals on duty!

Jumeirah is committed to a respectful and inclusive recruitment process. Harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, bullying or any other inappropriate behaviour by or towards any person involved in the recruitment process including candidates, interviewers, recruitment agency staff, assessors and other third parties will not be tolerated and may result in immediate removal from the recruitment process and such further action as Jumeirah UK considers appropriate.