Assistant Director of Engineering

As Assistant Director of Engineering, you will work closely with the Director of Engineering to lead the hotel's Engineering operation, overseeing a diverse team responsible for maintaining all guest, colleague, and back of house facilities.

This role combines strategic leadership with hands‑on operational oversight.

You will be instrumental in ensuring our building infrastructure, plant, systems and maintenance programmes operate at the highest level while supporting capital projects, sustainability initiatives and long‑term asset preservation.

You will be a visible leader within the hotel, building strong relationships across departments and creating a culture focused on accountability, safety, development and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director of Engineering in leading the overall Engineering operation and deputise in their absence.
• Lead, mentor and develop a team of Engineering and Maintenance professionals, driving engagement and performance.
• Ensure the efficient operation and maintenance of all building systems, plant, equipment and facilities.
• Oversee preventative maintenance programmes, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement.
• Manage engineering projects, refurbishments and capital expenditure initiatives from planning through to completion.
• Support budget management, forecasting and financial control within the department.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental and statutory requirements.
• Work closely with operational leaders to support guest satisfaction and minimise disruption to hotel operations.
• Drive energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives across the property.
• Maintain accurate engineering records, compliance documentation and maintenance reporting.
• Support emergency response procedures and business continuity planning.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience within hotel engineering, facilities management or a comparable luxury environment.
• Previous experience at Engineering Manager, Assistant Director or senior leadership level.
• Strong technical knowledge across mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing and building management systems.
• Demonstrated experience managing engineering projects, contractors and capital works programmes.
• Excellent people leadership skills with a passion for coaching, mentoring and succession planning.
• Strong commercial awareness and experience managing budgets and operational costs.
• Ability to balance strategic priorities with day‑to‑day operational demands.
• Exceptional organisational and problem‑solving skills.
• Professional communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Degree, HNC, HND or equivalent technical qualification in Engineering or Building Services.
• IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent health and safety qualification.
• Membership of a recognised professional engineering body.
• Right to work in the UK.
• What to Expect
• Full‑time leadership position based on a 40 hour working week.
• Participation in management duty coverage and emergency response procedures as required.
• Opportunity to lead a diverse and highly skilled Engineering team within a complex luxury operation.

Benefits

• £65,000 – £75,000 package inclusive of base salary, service charge and bonus opportunity.
• Excellent training and clearly defined career development pathways.
• Strong internal progression opportunities across London and the global Four Seasons portfolio.
• Holiday entitlement increasing with service up to 33 days.
• Up to 20 paid wellness days per year.
• Company sick pay, increasing with service.
• Life insurance while on duty.
• Up to 20 complimentary nights at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts worldwide, increasing with service, and heavily discounted rates at all properties.
• 50% discount across UK Four Seasons food and beverage outlets from day one for up to four guests.
• Complimentary meals while on duty in Pepys Cellar, staff cafeteria, with refreshments available throughout the day.
• Discounted gym membership with City’s Leonardo Hotel.
• Bupa dental cover and Medi Cash healthcare plans available.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Complimentary professional dry cleaning from day one.
• Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme available from day one.
• Access to Stream for greater pay flexibility and discounts.
• Employee recognition programmes including monthly awards and events.
• Annual themed team events plus regular social, charitable and sporting activities.
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