Assistant Chief Engineer in London

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Assistant Chief Engineer at Wilde Liverpool Street, London.

Benefits

• Paid family leave (over 1 year of service)
• Flexible working patterns
• Bonus scheme that rewards high performers based on our core values and tied to individual property goals
• Discounted rates for overnight stays for you, your family, and friends
• Refer and earn scheme – earn up to £/€550
• Cycle to work scheme – to support a healthy lifestyle and our planet
• Education support to help you foster new skills
• Volunteer days: 2 paid volunteer days per year
• EAP: Support for you and your family when you need it with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Requirements

Previous relevant experience and up‑to‑date knowledge of country/property specific maintenance, safety and health regulations in a similar environment or property/hotel.

A minimum of 4+ years of managerial or supervisory experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage all maintenance department resources and team members, and optimise the team’s work by drawing up and coordinating schedules according to need.
• Collaborate closely with the Housekeeping team to ensure all rooms are in presentable working order at all times to maximize guest occupancy and experience.
• Support planned maintenance checks and take a hands‑on approach to reactive maintenance.
• Deliver daily, weekly and monthly quality and safety checks, ensuring everything is in working order in the apartments and public areas.
• Supervise and partake in preventive and curative maintenance of the premises and equipment while promoting and contributing to setting up internal measures for the protection of the environment.
• Manage stocks and purchasing of equipment and supplies for the department.
• Assist the General Manager in drawing up budgets for maintenance and capital investment.
• Approve work being performed and ensure that costs are reasonable and in line with budgets.
• Ensure compliance with current safety procedures, and control the condition of the building, technical equipment and all safety and alarm systems in the property.
• Ensure that all potential and real hazards are reported and reduced immediately.
• Analyse and assist with complaints where possible, taking action and resolving them in conjunction with the General Manager.
• As part of the Operations team, demonstrate a commitment to operating in accordance with the environmental and social sustainability criteria set by Staycity Group and external programmes such as Green Key.
• Be the ultimate brand ambassador: take ownership of your role with enthusiasm and energy, becoming the face of Wilde and representing us with pride.
• Stay driven, stay motivated: strive for excellence every day, setting ambitious goals and exceeding them.
• Push the boundaries of excellence: constantly seek opportunities to innovate and improve, driving greater success.
• Show kindness and respect: foster a culture of respect, inclusivity, and kindness, ensuring everyone feels valued and part of the team.
• Engage with the community: actively participate in local charity events and initiatives, building strong relationships within the community and contributing to our collective mission.
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