Shift Engineer

A Stage Unlike Any Other

In 1863, a group of artists, writers, and free thinkers gathered with a shared conviction: that the finest conversation, the boldest ideas, and the warmest hospitality belonged together under one roof. Charles Dickens dined here. Whistler argued here. Rodin was inspired here.

The Arts Club was born not as a venue, but as a living expression of creative life — and it has never stopped.

At the heart of that life today are the people and spaces that bring our club to life every day. This is more than an operation — it is an environment where members connect, create, and return time and time again because something about it feels truly special.

It takes an exceptional person to be part of that.

That person might be you.

The Arts Club is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Shift Engineer to join our growing Engineering team. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the Club, ensuring all building systems, equipment, and services are maintained to the highest standards. This role requires broad technical knowledge across electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems. The ideal candidate will be proactive in identifying and addressing areas for improvement across the Club’s facilities — ensuring a safe, efficient, and well‑maintained environment for members and staff alike.

• Ensure high operational standards are achieved in line with The Arts Club’s values and objectives.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair all building systems and equipment, including electrical, mechanical, and plumbing services.
• Diagnose faults, interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals, and carry out timely corrective actions.
• Support the Chief Engineer and wider team in managing maintenance operations and maintaining sufficient stock levels of materials and spare parts.
• Perform general building maintenance tasks as required, including painting, basic carpentry, and minor repairs to ensure overall upkeep of the Club.
• Monitor and optimise energy usage, ensuring the efficient operation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and lighting systems.
• Ensure full compliance with all relevant legislation, health and safety requirements, and Club policies at all times.
• Assist in updating departmental risk assessments in response to changes in procedures, regulations, or equipment.
• Conduct regular inspections and testing of machinery, plant, and systems to identify faults, ensure reliability, and prevent downtime.

• City & Guilds 2365 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Level 2 and Level
  3) or an equivalent recognised qualification. (Desirable)
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role within a luxury hospitality or high‑end private members’ club environment.

• Private medical benefits
• Life Assurance
• Long Service Awards
• Reward Gateway Benefits Scheme
• Discounts on food & beverage in our restaurants and sister businesses
• An exciting range of learning and development programmes & opportunities for continual progression
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Enhanced sickness pay
• Complimentary meals while on shift
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Birthday extra day off

* Terms and conditions apply to all the above benefits

In line with the requirements of the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must either be eligible to live and work in the UK or must obtain permits to work in the UK prior to application. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and encourage people of all different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives to apply. However applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.

Compensation:
To be discussed