Shift Engineer - London

About Bob W

I’m Bob W, your friend in town. I take the guesswork out of travel, blending the best of both worlds: hotel-grade consistency, local character, and a few surprises only locals would know. Every apartment is fully carbon offset and set up in Europe’s most interesting neighbourhoods, so you feel at home—just with better coffee and smarter tech. I’m building a new kind of stay: five‑star comfort, local flair, and always a step ahead on sustainability. All you have to do is show up. I’ll handle the rest.

The Role

Are you a skilled and hands‑on maintenance professional with a passion for solving technical challenges? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy working as part of a close‑knit team? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you at Bob W! At Bob W, we’re dedicated to creating exceptional guest experiences through seamless operations. As a Shift Engineer, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining our properties to the highest standards. Your technical expertise, problem‑solving skills, and commitment to safety and quality will help ensure smooth operations and uphold our reputation for excellence. This is a flexibly scheduled 7‑day cover role with two days off per week. Standard hours are 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, though shifts may rotate based on business needs. The role is primarily hands‑on, with most time spent on‑site, while some administrative work is also required and must be appropriately managed. Please note that visa sponsorship or relocation support is not offered for this role.

In this role, you will:

• Ensure the health and safety of our properties by adhering to safety protocols and maintaining a secure environment.
• Maintain accurate daily logs of all maintenance issues using our maintenance system and ensure all tasks are completed promptly and effectively.
• Carry out installations and project work within the properties as needed.
• Take ownership of keeping all working areas safe and tidy, ensuring guest areas are clean and organised after task completion.
• Collaborate within a small team of engineers, contributing to a supportive and efficient work environment.
• Support the Maintenance Manager and Operations Team with daily tasks and duties to ensure smooth operations.
• Work towards improving quality control and service standards across the buildings.
• Participate in regular meetings with the Maintenance Supervisor to discuss issues and develop effective solutions.
• Utilise your strong communication skills to coordinate effectively with team members and stakeholders.

Our 5‑star candidate has/is:

• Proven experience in a similar Maintenance or Shift Engineer role within a hotel environment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a small team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with Operations and Housekeeping teams at all levels.
• Skilled in handling various maintenance issues, including plumbing, electrical work, repairs, HVAC, and painting work.
• Comfortable handling diverse inconveniences with a customer‑first approach.
• Able to think quickly and proactively to address challenges as they arise.
• Accustomed to being on their feet and handling the physical demands of the role.
• Willing to work weekends, holidays, and as required to meet operational needs.

We offer:

• Employee share option plan.
• Unlimited holidays.
• Free nights and generous discounts at Bob W locations.
• Oliva mental well‑being platform access.
• Voluntary health insurance.
• Gym discount.
• Development and growth opportunities, with a discretionary L&D budget.
• Regular team events.
• Smart and highly motivated team with a multicultural, diverse, and rewarding work environment.

Annual Gross Salary up to £40,000. Job Level IC1. Learn more about our career development framework here. Please note that this position will be closed as soon as a sufficient number of qualified candidates are identified. We encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.