Assistant Chief Engineer

WES group; Brighton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Brighton is seeking an Assistant Chief Engineer to oversee all maintenance issues in the hotel. This includes performing daily inspections, managing a team, and coordinating renovation projects. The ideal candidate should have extensive knowledge of HVAC systems and experience in project management. The role offers an annual salary between £36,000 to £38,000, along with multiple benefits, including career development programs and discounted hotel stays.

Benefits

Uniform provided and laundered

Free and healthy meals when on duty

Career growth opportunities

Discounted hotel stays and food

28 days holiday increasing to 33 days

Discounted dental and health cover

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of HVAC systems and maintenance.
• Experience managing a maintenance team of five or more.
• Previous involvement in project management.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintenance issues within the hotel.
• Perform daily checks around the hotel.
• Conduct lift emergency release procedures.
• Diagnose, maintain, and repair mechanical equipment.
• Ensure good relationships are built with internal and external customers.
• Maintain hotel fixtures and fittings to ensure safety.
• Develop and manage emergency and energy conservation programmes.
• Coordinate renovation projects and oversee contractors.
• Perform special projects and other assigned responsibilities.
• Ensure health and safety protocols are followed.

Skills

Extensive knowledge on 4 pipe FCUs system

Centralised HVAC with Chillers knowledge

Boilers and CHP knowledge

Compliance Knowledge

Managed a team of at least 5 people

Managed small projects

Stock management and ordering

Job description

Posted: 19 hours ago

Hilton UK & Ireland

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

The DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole is now recruiting for an Assistant Chief Engineer. The hotel is set on the vibrant Brighton seafront in a beautiful 1890’s building.

The hotel comprises 321 guest bedrooms, 24 meeting rooms, 3 restaurants, health club with indoor pool and sauna.

Guests of this hotel will experience first‑class service, distinguished by an unrivaled commitment to a personalised approach. We ensure a comfortable, luxurious stay for all our guests, with guidance on locally immersive experiences where desired.

Annual salary ranging from £36,000 up to £38,000.

A WORLD OF REWARDS

• Uniform provided and laundered
• Free and healthy meals when on duty
• Grow your Career!
• Personal Development programmes designed to support you at every step of your career
• A chance to make a difference through our Corporate Responsibility programmes – Find out what and how we are doing https://cr.hilton.com
• Team Member Travel Program: discounted hotel nights plus 50% off Food and Beverages (subject to individual outlets)
• High street discounts: with Perks at Work
• Holiday: 28 days including bank holidays (increasing yearly to up to 33 days)
• Discounted dental and health cover
• Discounted Car Parking
• Up to 4 weeks temporary accommodation if relocating at a discounted rate
• Modern and inclusive Team Member’s areas

An Assistant Chief Engineer is responsible for all maintenance issues within the hotel to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience while performing daily checks, repairing equipment, and coordinating renovation projects.

What will I be doing?

• Responsible for maintenance issues within the hotel.
• Perform daily checks around the hotel.
• Conduct lift emergency release procedures as required.
• Diagnose, maintain, and repair mechanical equipment within the hotel.
• Ensure good relationships are built with internal and external customers.
• Maintain all hotel fixtures and fittings to ensure they are in safe condition and take action when any unsafe situations arise.
• Develop, implement, and direct all emergency programmes.
• Develop, implement and manage energy conservation programmes for the property to minimise expenses.
• Coordinate 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.
• Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned.
• Responsible for the health and safety of the hotel.
• Ensure monthly safety inspections take place and employees are trained accordingly.

What are we looking for?

An Assistant Chief Engineer serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

• Extensive knowledge on 4 pipe FCUs system.
• Centralised HVAC with Chillers knowledge.
• Boilers and CHP knowledge.
• Compliance Knowledge.
• Have managed a team of at least 5 people.
• Managed small projects.
• Stock management and ordering.

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

• First Aid

EVERY JOB MAKES THE STAY.

At Hilton, It Matters Where You Stay, but The Stay is only one side of the story. We know it takes hundreds of jobs to create unforgettable experiences for our guests – and behind every job, there’s an extraordinary person working to make each Stay magical. That’s why at Hilton, Every Job Makes the Stay.