Chief Engineer

  • HILTON WORLDWIDE LTD
  • City, Leeds
  • Apr 15, 2026
Full time Telecommunications Management

Job Description

Chief Engineer

WELCOME TO A WORLD OF OPPORTUNITIES AT THE WORLD'S BEST WORKPLACE, AWARDED BY GREAT PLACE TO WORK & FORTUNE. - No two days or two hotels are the same, but our spirit and passion for hospitality always brings all our teams together to create a culture of inclusiveness, positivity and drive to achieve our common goal. To share the light and warmth of hospitality . With amazing training, resources and support from both managers and colleagues, there is always an opportunity to develop and grow.

WORLD OF REWARDS

Competitive salary up to £42k DOE + bonus

  • Free and healthy meals when on duty
  • Grow your Career Personal Development programmes designed to support you at every step of your career
  • A chance to make a difference through our Corporate Responsibility programmes Find out what and how we are doing
  • Team Member Travel Program: discounted hotel nights plus 50% off Food and Beverages (subject to individual outlets)
  • Team Member Referral Program
  • High street discounts: with Perks at Work
  • Holiday: 28 days including bank holidays (increasing yearly to up to 33 days)
  • Discounted dental and health cover
  • Guest Experience Day after successfully passing probation
  • Modern and inclusive Team Member s area

A Chief Engineer will manage the Engineering Team to efficiently maintain all hotel operations such that safety, security, conversation, and compliance are ensured at the highest levels.


What will I be doing?

As Chief Engineer, you are responsible for the effective management of all engineering and maintenance operations within the hotel, including energy conservation. You are also responsible for the development of the Engineering Team and staying abreast of compliance regulations and procedures in the field of Engineering, as required for hotel standards. Specifically, a Chief Engineer will perform the following tasks to the highest standards:

Lead the Engineering Team in the day-to-day engineering and maintenance operations of the hotel, including service standards, equipment schedules, and work schedules

Communicate with Housekeeping to coordinate and prioritize maintenance activities for Guest rooms and public areas

Develop systems and procedures to ensure the health and safety of Guests and Team Members, as well as the proper conditions for plants, machinery, and property

Communicate with Government agencies to ensure full compliance with statutory regulations

Prepare Capital and Repairs and Maintenance budgets for Engineering

Perform daily checks around the hotel

Diagnose, maintain, and repair mechanical equipment within the hotel

Ensure good relationships are built with internal and external customers

Maintenance of all hotel fixtures and fittings to ensure they are in safe condition and take action when any unsafe situations arise

Develop, implement, and direct all emergency programs

Develop, implement and manage energy conservation programs for the property to minimize expenses

Coordinate renovation bidding, define the cost and scope of the project, and oversee the general contractor and subcontractors to ensure quality work is performed cost effectively

Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned

Identify and introduce environmentally-friendly systems and equipment

Monitor Key Performance Indicators for the Engineering Department and take corrective action, as required, to improve equipment inventory, quality audit, productivity, and other objectives

Manage all Team Member related activities, including recruitment, performance management, training, career planning, disciplinary matters, and team motivation

What are we looking for?

A Chief Engineer serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members.

Essential requirements for the role

Able to demonstrate good mechanical technical knowledge and experience

Able to demonstrate good Engineering compliance knowledge and experience

Able to demonstrate strong leadership skills and past experience in leading a team

Experience in budget control / Capex P&L for your department

What are we looking for?
A Chief Engineer serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members.

Essential requirements for the role

  • Able to demonstrate good mechanical technical knowledge and experience
  • Able to demonstrate good Engineering compliance knowledge and experience
  • Able to demonstrate strong leadership skills and past experience in leading a team
  • Experience in budget control / Capex P&L for your department