Maintenance Engineer

Dorchester Hotel Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job description

Join us as a Maintenance Engineer at 45 Park Lane, recently recognised as one of ‘The Sunday Times Top 10 Best Places to Work for’ in 2024. We continually strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is part of our DNA, reflected in our values of passion, personality, respect, working together, and creativity. We believe that a variety of perspectives enriches our culture and drives our success.

We care about your career and are proud to have the absolute best people in the industry.

When you join us as a Maintenance Engineer at 45 Park Lane you will have a unique opportunity to excel in your field. You will learn from your fellow Legends and our award‑winning learning academy to achieve the highest standards in craft, service, and leadership.

What you’ll get

• Complimentary Stays: Enjoy complimentary stays with breakfast at Dorchester Collection Hotels every year.
• Discounts: Get 50% off food and beverages at selected bars and restaurants within the Dorchester Collection: enjoy Friends & Family stay discounts at hotels, and benefit from discounts at various high street and online shops.
• Employee Perks: Enrol from day 1 into the Private Pension scheme (we contribute 8% towards your pension); benefit from seasonal ticket loan, rental deposit scheme, private financial advice, and eye care vouchers.
• Training and Development: Advance in your career by accessing various apprenticeships from Level 2 to Hospitality Degree Level 5. We partner with outstanding nationally recognised apprenticeship providers.
• Social Events: Participate in vibrant social events, including a summer party, winter ball, pub quizzes, and cultural and milestone recognition celebrations.
• Referral Bonus: Earn a £1000 bonus when you recommend a friend.
• Well‑being Support: Access immediate well‑being advice because we care about our employees.

What you’ll do

As a Maintenance Engineer, you’ll enjoy your work and take pride in delighting our guests:

• You will be responsible for caring for the hotel during day and night shifts to ensure our guests receive nothing but the best experience.
• You will be responsible for checking all essential plants and repairs where necessary during the day.
• You will carry out mechanical and electrical work, setting out jobs from drawings and specifications, requisitioning the necessary installation materials, and instructing operatives in the methods to complete the job.
• You will deal with day‑to‑day requests.
• You will work together with other engineers on the PPM programs.

What you’ll bring

Essential Skills and Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Maintenance Engineer or a similar position in a 5‑star hotel.
• Strong verbal communication skills – English is the primary language used in our hotel.
• Good communication skills with a strong customer‑service ethic.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. If you need us to do anything to support you during the recruitment process (such as adjustments to how you apply, alternative formats of information, or adjustments to the assessment process itself), please call the People & Culture team on 02073197011 or email [e-mail] so that we can discuss how we can support you through this process.

Job Location

United Kingdom

Location

53 Park Lane, Mayfair W1K 1QA, London

Who we are

We work with some of the most talented and unique individuals in our business, who always ensure the extraordinary guest experience of Dorchester Collection and the hotels within it. It is, after all, our people that bring our vision to life. As a member of our Dorchester Collection Family, we will support your development by nurturing your personality, creating a transparent culture of trust, collaboration and appreciation. Supported by our annual personal development planning, tailored learning opportunities and our Academy programs you will be a part of creating a bespoke experience.

Reference

2022-2949