Shift Engineer – Luxury Hotel (London)

About the role

Jumeirah Carlton Tower is seeking a proactive Shift Engineer to ensure the smooth operation of all mechanical and electrical systems across the hotel. You will work on a rotating shift, providing immediate technical support to maintain guest safety and comfort.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain full knowledge of company procedures and policies and adhere to them at all times.
• Inspect and verify that all mechanical and electrical systems and tools are operational and well‑maintained.
• Respond promptly to emergency maintenance faults reported via the maintenance platform, prioritising health & safety and guest impact.
• Update the maintenance reporting system in real time, following established procedures.
• Conduct daily patrols of front‑of‑house and back‑of‑house areas to identify and address corrective repairs, such as replacing light bulbs.
• Report any fire life‑safety issues immediately to the manager or security personnel.

Required profile

• Electrical or Mechanical UK trade qualification.
• Previous experience working in a luxury hospitality environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities to resolve complex engineering issues quickly.
• Thorough understanding of local building codes, safety protocols and environmental regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interaction with internal teams and external contractors.

Required skills

• Mechanical systems maintenance
• Electrical systems maintenance
• Use of maintenance reporting software/platforms