Assistant Chief Engineer

The Arora Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel group in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Assistant Chief Engineer to oversee maintenance operations. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, experience in a 5-star hotel, and a recognised electrical or engineering qualification. This role offers competitive salary, career development opportunities, and various employee perks including food and beverage discounts.

Benefits

Competitive salary

28 days holiday

Free meals on duty

Complimentary on-site parking

Discounted employee friends & family rates

Christmas gifts and employee parties

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing and developing teams.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and operational needs.
• Proven track record in a similar position within a 5-star hotel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the maintenance team.
• Coordinate the delivery of maintenance services.
• Manage the maintenance budget and track expenses.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Understanding of Health and Safety regulations

Experience with maintenance management software

Education

Recognised electrical or engineering qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Us

Fairmont Windsor Park is a beautiful, heartfelt retreat surrounded by 40 acres of English countryside that blends iconic heritage with modern elegance. Our five‑star hotel includes 251 luxurious bedrooms and suites accompanied by 7 restaurants and bars offering an unrivalled dining experience. The spa and wellness facilities are inspired by nature and the hotel has state‑of‑the‑art conference facilities.

A Bit About What You Will Do

Assistant Chief Engineers in our luxurious hotel take a proactive, hands‑on approach, assisting in overseeing all aspects of maintenance operations to ensure excellent standards are maintained, and to create a welcoming and safe environment that consistently exceeds guests’ expectations.

• Lead and manage the maintenance team, including assigning tasks, providing guidance, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Coordinate the delivery of planned and reactive maintenance services.
• Manage the maintenance budget, including tracking expenses, forecasting future needs, and optimising resource allocation.
• Oversee hotel renovations and other projects, negotiate contracts, and ensure timely completion within budget.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and best practices in maintenance operations.
• Collaborate with other departments to support the overall operation of the hotel and address maintenance‑related issues.
• Maintain and order parts and supplies in a timely and efficient manner while minimising waste and supporting “green” initiatives.
• Address guest concerns promptly, attentively and efficiently.
• Coach, train, and support the team to provide consistently high standards while continually seeking improvement.

More About You

• Strong leadership skills with proven experience in managing a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong problem‑solving abilities.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and operational needs.
• Full understanding of financial aspects, budgeting and profit and loss.
• Proven experience in managing, coaching, challenging and developing teams.
• Approachable and positive manner with a “can‑do” attitude.
• Ability to use initiative in challenging situations and under pressure.
• A smart and professional appearance.
• Proven track record in a similar position within a 5‑star hotel.
• Recognised electrical or engineering qualification and specialised expertise in plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and carpentry fields.
• Pool plant operator qualification preferred.
• Excellent understanding of Health and Safety regulations and best practices.
• Previous experience using maintenance management software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent standard of English, both written and spoken.

What’s In It For You

• Competitive salary
• 28 days holiday, enhanced after 5 years of service.
• Free meals on duty.
• Complimentary on‑site parking while on duty.
• Free limited shuttle service between the hotel and Heathrow Terminal 5 and Egham Station.
• Discounted employee friends & family rates at Arora Hotels.
• Food and beverage discounts.
• Christmas gifts and employee parties.
• Introduce a friend scheme.
• Cycle 2 work scheme.
• UK attraction discounts @ Merlin Entertainments.
• Taste card.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Wage stream.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Arora star employee recognition.
• Long service recognition award.

Grow with us

We are growing rapidly and with growth comes advancement opportunities. Being part of the Arora group there are exciting opportunities for career progression and development across our properties and brands.

Skills

• Fluent in English