Shift Engineer

Shift Engineer /Property Maintenance Officer at  

40 hours a week (5/7 days a week Flexibility is required)

Are you a skilled Shift Engineer or Property Maintenance Officer?

Are you passionate about prioritising health, safety, and efficiency in everything you do?

Are you ready to challenge the traditional hospitality mentality and put people and quality at the heart of your work?

If so, we’d love to hear from you!

We’re seeking a Shift Engineer based in our Bedford Hotel to join our dedicated property maintenance team.  Our maintenance team are never short of something to do. Working with the Maintenance Manager, you are responsible for making sure our hotels and other buildings are well presented and maintained at all times to ensure we deliver an exceptional experience for our guests.

You will be responsible for overseeing various daily maintenance tasks, ensuring that guest bedrooms are well-maintained and consistently presented in immaculate condition.

Why Join Us?

No two days are ever the same in this role, though some of your key duties will include: general building repairs, minor electrical work, painting, carpentry work, outdoor landscaping and grounds maintenance, testing and monitoring the BMS and supervising contractors where necessary.

You’ll coordinate your daily tasks and any other scheduled maintenance activity with your front of house team to ensure requests are managed promptly and in a timely manner whilst operating in a safe and efficient way according to all H&S legislation and company policy.

Nestled in the heart of London, Bloomsbury. Our Bedford Hotel with 184 rooms. It’s a magical place to be, offering a ground-floor restaurant bar, a secret garden and two naturally designed event spaces.

What we’re looking for:

Essential

Skills:

2 years of experience in Property Maintenance or a similar role.

Strong problem-solving abilities.

Proactive approach to maintaining high standards of safety and functionality.

Team player who thrives in a busy environment.

Experience with maintenance management systems.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Desirable Skills (Not required but a plus):

Certifications in Facilities Management, Health & Safety, or related fields.

Experience with energy management and sustainability initiatives.

Multi-site management experience.

What’s In It for You:

28 days holiday, rising to 33 with length of service (including bank holidays)

Access to ILH Training Academy programmes, apprenticeships and supported study

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Complimentary uniform dry‑cleaning, plus discounted personal dry‑cleaning

Interest‑free Season Ticket Loan

Workplace Pension

Team Member flat rate and 50% friends and family hotel discount

50% discount across ILH F&B outlets

Discounted drinks at Blooms Café

Employee‑funded Health Cash Plan

Local Bloomsbury discounts

Early Pay access

Shopping discounts with selected retailers

Salary sacrifice schemes including nursery care, cycle to work, and technology

Access to mental health first‑aiders, wellbeing support and the Employee Assistance Programme

About Us:

With a 185-year legacy, our company combines the stability of a long-standing 7th generation family business with the innovation of a startup. We have big plans for growth, and we need someone who shares our excitement for the future, whilst upholding our core values of positivity, care, collaboration, growth, and pride.

We are part of the Imperial London Family of Hotels, a family-run company with over 185 years of history. We’re rewriting the traditional hospitality mindset, paving the way for a fresh approach at our 8 hotels and 9 restaurants in Bloomsbury. Our purpose is to provide authentic London experiences and memorable stays to all our guests, and we believe that starts with the right team