At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engineering operations, ensuring flawless maintenance and guest experience at a luxury hotel.
- Company: Join the prestigious Waldorf Astoria London, a landmark luxury hotel opening soon.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, complimentary meals, 28 days holiday, and exclusive travel discounts.
- Other info: Join an award-winning workplace culture with exceptional growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of a founding team shaping unforgettable guest experiences in an iconic setting.
- Qualifications: Trade certificate in relevant fields and experience in luxury hotel maintenance preferred.
The predicted salary is between 23365 - 28557 £ per year.
Waldorf Astoria London - Admiralty Arch is seeking a Shift Engineer to join the pre-opening team for this highly anticipated new luxury hotel opening later this year. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced luxury hotelier to join the founding team and help shape the guest experience at this landmark hotel. Located at the end of The Mall opposite Buckingham Palace, Waldorf Astoria London – Admiralty Arch will feature 100 elegant rooms and suites and 17,500 sqft of private residences.
The hotel will open with two signature restaurants - Coreus by Clare Smyth and Café Boulud by Daniel Boulud - bringing together two of the world's most celebrated Michelin-starred chefs. Guests will also enjoy a world-class spa, state-of-the-art fitness facilities, and a collection of grand event spaces, including a ballroom for up to 320 guests.
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts is Hilton's flagship luxury brand, known for its timeless elegance, iconic properties, and sincerely elevated service that delivers bespoke, once-in-a-lifetime experiences in the world's most sought-after destinations.
We are looking for hospitality professionals who are passionate about delivering an exceptional five-star guest experience, consistently upholding the world-class service standards recognised by Forbes.
Here's what you'll do during a typical day:
- Act as the operational engineering lead during your assigned shift, supporting the Engineering Team to ensure all maintenance and building services operate flawlessly across the hotel.
- Perform daily routine and preventative maintenance across guest rooms and hotel areas.
- Respond promptly, efficiently, and discreetly to all engineering and maintenance requests.
- Execute the preventative maintenance programme to ensure all systems, equipment, and facilities meet brand and regulatory standards.
- Support the implementation of energy-efficiency and sustainability initiatives.
- Identify and recommend opportunities to enhance maintenance systems and improve energy performance.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe, organised, and professional condition.
- Ensure technical knowledge, certifications, and skills remain current in line with evolving engineering standards.
The successful candidate will possess:
- A recognised trade certificate in Electrical, Mechanical, Refrigeration, Carpentry, Plumbing, or a related discipline.
- Strong working knowledge of general maintenance and engineering operations.
- Previous experience within the Maintenance or Engineering department of an ultra-luxury hotel is highly desirable.
- A strong work ethic with a solution-oriented mindset.
- A genuine commitment to delivering outstanding service to Guests and internal stakeholders.
- The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while consistently meeting established timelines.
Shift Engineer in Poplar employer: Hilton Hotels Corporation
At Hilton London Tower Bridge, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values the growth and wellbeing of our team members. With a vibrant work culture that encourages professional development and offers extensive benefits such as discounted travel, mental health resources, and generous leave policies, we create an environment where hospitality professionals can thrive. Located conveniently next to London Bridge station, our hotel not only provides easy access to the city but also fosters a sense of community and support among our staff, making it an ideal place for those seeking a rewarding career in hospitality.
