Hotel Shift Engineer

Our Shift Engineer is essential for the day to day running of our hotel! Though skillfully trained, they never lose sight of their ultimate responsibility, to create lifelong memories for our guests.

What you’ll get:

• Very generous Employee Introductory Scheme offered
• Team members’ awards and incentives schemes
• Contributory pension scheme entitlement from date of commencement
• Online benefits & discounts
• Life assurance cover for all team members
• Uniform laundered complimentary
• Complimentary meals whilst on duty at our team members’ restaurants
• Cycle to work scheme
• Occupational Health, including subsidised massage treatments and health clinics
• Social events throughout the year – including our winter ball, summer party and regular pub quizzes!

What you’ll do:

A day in the life of our Shift Engineer demands high levels of energy. They need consistency even though the days are never alike; and creativity to tackle daily adventures. Our Shift Engineer is responsible for managing repairs, either in person or through subcontractors, responding to daily engineering issues and performing proactive routine maintenance and equipment inspection, being fully aware of Health & Safety legislation. Communication is what keeps our departments running perfectly. Our Shift Engineer must communicate with other departments and the extended hotel team in order to ensure alignment remains, especially through working closely with our Housekeeping teams to provide the best service around our hotel.

What you’ll bring:

All of our employees are ambassadors of our Vision, Values and culture. Our Shift Engineers do this with all they do. We encourage the unique personalities and passions of our employees, working together as a team, a hotel and Collection. Our guests forge our legacy. Knowing and understanding them is our goal, valuing kindness over process. In a fast‑moving world, we remain consistent and relevant, requiring flexibility from everyone on the team. English is the primary language used in our hotel. Our Shift Engineer must feel comfortable communicating in this language. Previous experience in a luxury 5* hotel is beneficial but not essential. 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.

Who we are:

We work with some of the most talented and unique individuals in our business, who always ensure the extraordinary guest experience of Dorchester Collection and the hotels within it. It is, after all, our people that bring our vision to life. As a member of our Dorchester Collection Family, we will support your development by nurturing your personality, creating a transparent culture of trust, collaboration and appreciation. Supported by our annual personal development planning, tailored learning opportunities and our Academy programmes you will be a part of creating a bespoke experience.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Diversity and Inclusion at Dorchester Collection are core beliefs of our We Care philosophy. The basis of We Care is to create an environment where all of our employees feel valued and respected, allowing positive engagement to prosper. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusivity is part of our DNA, reflected by our core values of Passion, Personality, Respect, Working Together and Creativity.

If you need us to do anything to support you during the recruitment process, such as adjustments to how you apply, alternative formats of information, or adjustments to the assessment process itself, please email careers.dc@dorchestercollection.com so that we can discuss how we can support you through the process.