Shift Engineer

Overview

In this role you ensure the reliable operation of hotel systems, performing routine maintenance and rapid fault resolution to minimise disruption. You collaborate with hotel departments to sustain guest comfort and safety while upholding high standards. You will contribute to emergency procedures and preventative maintenance, shaping a safe, well-run environment for guests and colleagues. This is a hands-on, fast-paced position in a globally recognised hospitality brand offering development and visibility across Hyatt hotels.

Pay / Benefits

• 12 complimentary nights per year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide
• Discounted hotel stays for family and friends
• Free meals on duty
• Life Assurance
• Uniform provided and laundered
• Headspace membership and Employee Assistance Programme

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs to hotel plant, equipment, and building systems
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and guest-related engineering issues
• Monitor and maintain the safe and efficient operation of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC systems
• Identify and resolve faults, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards
• Support emergency procedures, including fire alarm responses and lift entrapment situations
• Complete planned preventative maintenance tasks to reduce downtime
• Collaborate with other hotel departments to support a seamless guest experience
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and report significant issues to Engineering management

Key requirements

• Proactive and reliable with experience in engineering, maintenance, or building services
• Experience in hotel, hospitality, or similar customer-focused environment
• Strong understanding of health and safety practices
• Excellent problem-solving skills and calm, efficient response in fast-paced settings
• Hands-on approach, attention to detail
• Qualifications or certifications in engineering would be advantageous

• proactive
• reliable
• problem-solving
• electrical systems
• mechanical systems
• plumbing

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