Job Summary
An opportunity has arisen for an Engineering Team Leader to join us at Jumeirah Carlton Tower. The main duties and responsibilities of this role are:
Responsibilities
- Supervise and oversee the daily activities of all engineers and tradespersons within the department to ensure smooth operations and adherence to Jumeirah procedures.
- Monitor and inspect completed repair and maintenance works to ensure they meet the required standards and specifications.
- Assist in implementing, coordinating, and monitoring the Jumeirah Engineering Management System (HotSoS), including systems for fire safety, life safety, preventive maintenance, and work orders.
- Review, monitor and record and where appropriate issue tasks via the use of the engineering reporting software HotSoS.
- Be hands‑on and support the engineering team when required to ensure that services and standards are continually maintained to a consistent high standard.
- Supervise contractors, ensuring that authorised access is provided, that they are fully briefed on the required works, that they are fully briefed on Health & Safety policies and procedures i.e. reviewing risk assessments, issuing permits to work and checking method statements prior to work commencing and on completion of works.
Key Qualifications and Leadership Focus
- Leadership & Team Oversight: Supervise engineers and tradespersons, manage daily operations, and ensure adherence to brand standards and procedures.
- Quality Assurance & Compliance: Monitor completed works, enforce Health & Safety policies, conduct audits, and maintain accurate documentation.
- System & Process Management: Implement and manage engineering systems (HotSoS), prioritize tasks, and coordinate preventive and reactive maintenance effectively.
- Contractor & Resource Management: Oversee contractors, review risk assessments, issue permits, and manage stock levels to minimize downtime.
- Training & Development: Support technical training for the team, conduct appraisals, and foster continuous improvement in skills and performance.
Company Overview
Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates a portfolio of 31 properties across the Middle East, Europe, Asia and Africa. Located in the heart of Knightsbridge, Jumeirah Carlton Tower is a landmark London address where heritage meets contemporary luxury.
Benefits
- Supportive and inclusive work environment
- Access to Learning & Development programmes and clear career pathways
- Opportunities for internal mobility within our global network
- Colleague discounts on food, beverage, and hotel stays worldwide
- Health care and insurance benefits
- Competitive salary + excellent service charge
- Extra holiday for significant birthdays
- Jumeirah perks website access
- Dry cleaning of uniform or business attire
- Meals on duty
- Employee assistance programmes
- Wellness benefits – Chiropodist, flu jabs, and more
- Taxi service after hours
- Social events & recognitions programmes
- Ongoing training & development
- Wedding/Baby gift
- Company sick payTravel card season ticket loan
- Cycle scheme
- Internal transfer scheme
- Eye test and discount for VDU users
- Dental cash back plan
- External transfer scheme
