Shift Engineer

Summary

Shift Engineer

Salary: Competitive Salary + Service Charge

About Hyatt Regency London – The Churchill

Hyatt Regency London – The Churchill is located in the prestigious Marylebone area of London’s West End, overlooking the gardens of Portman Square and just moments from Oxford Street and Hyde Park. Inspired by the legacy of Sir Winston Churchill, the hotel reflects a sense of British heritage and timeless style.

The hotel features 440 elegant guestrooms including 50 suites, along with 11 versatile meeting and event spaces hosting a wide range of corporate events and social occasions. Dining experiences include seasonal British dishes and Afternoon Tea at The Montagu Kitchen and cocktails at the stylish Churchill Bar & Terrace.

Colleagues work in a vibrant hospitality environment welcoming both international business travellers and leisure guests to one of London’s most sought after neighbourhoods.

Duties and responsibilities related to the Shift Engineer role

• Carry out routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs to hotel plant, equipment, and building systems.

• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and guest-related engineering issues, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

• Monitor and maintain the safe and efficient operation of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.

• Assist in identifying and resolving faults, ensuring all equipment remains compliant with health and safety standards.

• Support emergency procedures, including fire alarm responses and lift entrapment situations in line with hotel procedures.

• Complete planned preventative maintenance tasks to help maintain the hotel's high standards and reduce equipment downtime.

• Work closely with other hotel departments to ensure a seamless guest experience and support operational needs.

• Maintain accurate maintenance records and report any significant issues or repair requirements to the Engineering management team.

About you

We are looking for a proactive and reliable individual with previous engineering, maintenance, or building services experience, ideally gained within a hotel, hospitality, or similar customer-focused environment. You will have a strong understanding of health and safety practices, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to respond calmly and efficiently in a fast-paced setting. A hands-on approach, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences are essential. Relevant engineering qualifications or certifications would be advantageous.

Benefits you will enjoy as a Shift Engineer

12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide

• Discounted hotel stays across Hyatt not just for you but also your family and friends from the day you start!

• Free meals on duty in our colleague restaurant

• Life Assurance

• Uniform provided and laundered complimentary

• Headspace membership and access to our Employee Assistance Programme

• 50% discount on food and beverages when you dine as a guest at selected Hyatt Hotels

• Continuous learning and development opportunities to provide you with a clear career path as well as job promotion opportunities across Hyatt Hotels worldwide

At Hyatt, our purpose is to care for people so they can be their best. Guided by our values of Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation and Wellbeing, we create an environment where colleagues feel supported and empowered to grow.

With more than 1,450 hotels and all-inclusive resorts across over 80 countries, Hyatt offers opportunities to build your career within a global hospitality company featured in Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For.

At Hyatt, we open doors and turn jobs into careers. Here, individuality is celebrated, people are supported to thrive, and everyone is empowered to make a meaningful impact.

Next steps: Apply today for this Shift Engineer role and start your journey with Hyatt Hotels!