WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE UK’s #1 GREAT PLACE TO WORK 2025, AS VOTED BY OUR TEAM MEMBERS!

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Conrad London St James is one of Hilton’s three global luxury brands and reflects the bold, inspired and personalised service we offer our guests. The hotel is renowned for its excellent service and is in the top 5% of hotels in London and the Top 10% in the world.

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A World of Rewards:

\n\nCompetitive salary plus up to 15% Bonus \nA global travel program for team members\nUniforms\n Meals whilst on duty\nTo be part of a fabulous team\n\n

The hotel located in the heart of Westminster, as well as 256 beautifully appointed bedrooms our outlets within the hotel offer its teams the opportunity to join exciting food and drink concepts, with the standards and luxury service Conrad is famous for. Supported by celebrity chef Sally Abe, they consist of:

\n\nThe Blue Boar Pub, opened May 2021, which is a contemporary take on a British pub \nThe Hedgerow, the hotel’s first cocktail bar, which takes inspiration from the beauty of the traditional British countryside \nThe Pem, a glamourous and elegant restaurant in the centre of the hotel showcasing classic British cuisine using modern techniques \nThe Orchard, for afternoon teas and lighter meals \nThe Executive Lounge, an exclusive space dedicated to our most valued guests, providing a higher level of luxury and personalized service.\nSeven Meetings & Events Spaces, perfectly designed to host a wide range of gatherings and events, each space offers the same commitment to quality, luxury, and service excellence that define Conrad London St. James. \n\n

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A Chief Engineer will manage the Engineering Team to efficiently maintain all hotel operations such that safety, security, conversation, and compliance are ensured at the highest levels.

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What will I be doing? 

\n\nLead the Engineering Team in the day-to-day engineering and maintenance operations of the hotel, including service standards, equipment schedules, and work schedules\nCommunicate with Housekeeping to coordinate and prioritize maintenance activities for Guest rooms and public areas\nDevelop systems and procedures to ensure the health and safety of Guests and Team Members, as well as the proper conditions for plants, machinery, and property\nCommunicate with Government agencies to ensure full compliance with statutory regulations\nPrepare Capital and Repairs and Maintenance budgets for Engineering\nPerform daily checks around the hotel\nConduct lift emergency release procedures as required\nDiagnose, maintain, and repair mechanical equipment within the hotel\nEnsure good relationships are built with internal and external customers\nMaintenance of all hotel fixtures and fittings to ensure they are in safe condition and take action when any unsafe situations arise\nDevelop, implement, and direct all emergency programs\nDevelop, implement and manage energy conservation programs for the property to minimize expenses\nCoordinate renovation bidding, define the cost and scope of the project, and oversee the general contractor and subcontractors to ensure quality work is performed cost effectively\nPerform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned\nIdentify and introduce environmentally-friendly systems and equipment\nMonitor Key Performance Indicators for the Engineering Department and take corrective action, as required, to improve equipment inventory, quality audit, productivity, and other objectives\nManage all Team Member related activities, including recruitment, performance management, training, career planning, disciplinary matters, and team motivation \n\n

 

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What are we looking for?

\n\nAdvanced knowledge of building management/engineering\nA degree in Engineering or similar\nExposure to budgeting and basic accounting\nPositive attitude\nGood communication skills\nCommitted to delivering a high level of customer service\nStrong leadership skills and previous experience of managing a team\nExcellent grooming standards\nFlexibility to respond to a range of different work situations\nAbility to work under pressure\nAbility to work on their own\nPrevious experience of facilities management\nProficient, at an advanced level, with computers and relevant computer programs\n\n

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

\n\nFirst Aid\nQualification in engineering field\n\n

 

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Travel:

\n\nSt James Park Tube Station – District & Circle Line – across the road\nWestminster Tube Station – Jubilee Line (4 Mins Walk)\nVictoria Station (8 Mins Walk)\nWaterloo Station (10 Mins Walk)\n

 

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