Venue Maintenance Engineer

Red Engine; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the hospitality sector is seeking a Venue Maintenance Engineer. This role involves maintaining the facilities across multiple venues with a focus on HVAC systems. Suitable candidates will possess experiences in general maintenance and be willing to travel. Competitive pay and a range of benefits, including private healthcare and staff discounts, are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Annual bonus

33 days annual leave

Staff discount in all venues

Private healthcare

Regular team socials

Learning and development classes

Free access to therapy and nutritionists

Qualifications

• Proven experience in general maintenance.
• Understanding of HVAC systems preferred.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair tasks across multiple sites including plumbing, electrical, and building fabric.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies.

Skills

General maintenance

HVAC systems

Problem-solving

Health and safety regulations

Time management

Communication

Education

Formal qualifications in electrical or mechanical engineering

Job description

Hello, we are Red Engine. The team behind the award-winning global brands Flight Club and Electric Shuffle. We're obsessed with disrupting the hospitality industry by creating and delivering the best possible experience - across all venues, products and brands.

Our central team covers the full spectrum of skills needed to bring each concept to life - from design to marketing, sales to interior design, people and training, to finance, gaming, operations, and everything in between. We're not just a team of people, we are dreamers, artists, rocket scientists, content curators, forward thinkers and the industry's finest. We love what we do and are proud to be included in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024

With a total of 17 incredible venues throughout the UK, and a further 13 around the globe, we have ambitious plans and are passionate about developing new and exciting products, which means we're always growing and looking for passionate people to join the family.

The Job:

We are seeking a new regionally-based Venue Maintenance Engineer to join our Venue Operations Team. The core purpose of this role involves the maintenance and repair of our venue's fabric & systems, with a strong focus on Heating, Ventilation and AC systems (HVAC).

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of facilities across multiple regional locations ( Manchester, Liverpool and Leeds) and must be willing to travel as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform general maintenance and repair tasks across multiple sites including plumbing, electrical, and building fabric maintenance.

• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, and electrical and provide effective solutions.

• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance to ensure the longevity and safety of equipment and systems.

• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies.

• Accurately document maintenance activities, including work orders & localised site audit inspections, and repairs.

• Communicate effectively with team members, contractors, and management to report progress and any issues.

• Maintain tools and equipment, ensuring they are in safe working condition.

• To regular travel to our sites across Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds, with the flexibility to undertake occasional UK-wide travel as required.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Proven experience in general maintenance.
• An understanding of HVAC systems would be an advantage

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality & safety compliant work.

• Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and work independently.

• Basic IT skills for documenting and reporting maintenance activities.

• Sound knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices.

• Competence in a variety of maintenance tasks, including plumbing, electrical work, and general building repairs.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently.

• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel between locations.

• Formal qualifications in electrical, or mechanical engineering .

• Experience working in a multi-site maintenance role.

What you'll get:

• Competitive pay
• Annual bonus
• 33 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Staff discount in all venues (50% off Sunday, Monday, 25% off Tuesday - Saturday, and free game hire)
• Private healthcare
• Regular team socials
• Monthly learning and development classes, quarterly teambuilding events
• Summer and Christmas socials
• Help @ hand 24/7 health support
• Free access to therapy, nutritionists, and physiotherapists

Here at Red Engine, we believe our success begins and ends with our people. We are committed to a diverse culture where all our team feel respected and included. We acknowledge the power that a diverse set of beliefs and perspectives can bring, and that a variety of voices strengthens our team, enhances creativity, and drives innovation. We welcome applications from candidates of all identities, including individuals of different races, ethnicities, genders and sexual orientations. If you're passionate about contributing to a culture of inclusion and collaboration, please apply.