Assistant Chief Engineer

An exciting opportunity at a luxury hotel near Edinburgh Waverley station, which is currently looking for an Assistant Chief Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis. Job Duties Assistant Chief Engineer in supporting our Chief Engineer to ensure smooth day-to-day operations within the maintenance and engineering department. It is crucial that we work together to uphold the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and guest satisfaction throughout our operations.

Job Duties

• Assisting in maintaining our building systems to ensure optimal functionality.
• Ensuring full compliance with industry standards and internal regulations, including statutory requirements related to building operations.
• Supporting health and safety standards to provide a safe environment for all occupants.
• Ensuring that emergency lighting is tested and maintained in accordance with regulations.
• Maintaining a comprehensive understanding of Legionella awareness and relevant health and safety legislation
• Supervising and coordinating preventive maintenance work while conducting regular safety and maintenance inspections across the hotel.
• Coordinating and supervising contractors to ensure services are delivered efficiently and to the highest quality under the guidance of our Chief Engineer

Job Requirements

• Proven 3 years of experience as an assistant maintenance engineer in a luxury hotel environment (ideally qualified in plumbing or electrical engineering.)
• Proficient use of maintenance and building management systems,
• Extensive technical knowledge in air conditioning, plumbing, refrigeration, and boiler systems,
• A strong commitment to delivering excellence and ensuring quality service in all interactions.
• Teamwork Collaboration is essential for providing seamless service to our clients and ensuring that we meet our goals.
• Excellent customer service skills, strong problem-solving abilities

Job Location

The assistant chief engineer will work near Edinburgh Waverley Station EH1 3EG, United Kingdom

Job Offer

Working with us provides access to the following benefits:

• Permanante £45k gross per annum
• 40 hours over five days including weekends
• Role will receive discretionary service charge (qualified estimate of £7k gross per annum)
• Occupational Pension Scheme
• Discounted rates across our collection of iconic hotels
• 50% discount on food and beverages
• 25% discount on Spa Treatments
• 20% discount on Health Spa products
• Extensive learning and development opportunities
• Meals on duty, laundry of uniforms
• Social activities and events
• Recognition programs
• Annual awards
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Local Retailer Discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme

Team Structure

• Reports directly to Chief Engineer
• Will support the management of:
  • One supervisor
  • Five permanent
  • One part-time engineer
  • One administrator
  • Four painters

Experience: Not required

Employment: Full-time

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