About this role
Maintenance Manager / Chief Engineer
Location: Novotel London Wembley, Wembley, United Kingdom
Maintenance Manager
Region: Europe and North Africa
Company: Novotel London Wembley
Job Description
Scope of Position: Reporting to the General Manager, the Maintenance Manager plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of the hotel. By overseeing all maintenance activities, leading and managing a team of technicians as well as maintaining the highest standard of safety and quality, the maintenance manager’s job directly contributes to the enhancement of the guest experience and upholding the hotel’s reputation. This position is in charge of the Security, Health & Safety and Fire Safety of the hotel. They need to be the driving force behind the hotel’s sustainability targets and objectives.
What You'll Do
- Lead, coach, and develop the maintenance team.
- Manage all hotel facilities, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety, and building systems.
- Deliver a proactive preventative maintenance programme to maximise asset performance and minimise downtime.
- Oversee contractors, compliance inspections, and statutory testing.
- Manage departmental budgets, maintenance projects, and procurement activities.
- Champion Health & Safety, Fire Safety, Security, and environmental compliance across the hotel.
- Drive sustainability initiatives and support the achievement of environmental targets.
- Work closely with all departments to ensure the hotel remains safe, functional, and guest-ready at all times.
- Participate as a member of the hotel's leadership team, including Duty Manager responsibilities when required.
Qualifications
About You:
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Minimum A-Level, Level 3 Technical Qualification, or equivalent standard of education.
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Proven experience in a Maintenance Manager, Chief Engineer, or similar role within hospitality.
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Strong technical knowledge of building services, M&E systems, and hotel operations.
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Excellent leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
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Knowledge of UK Health & Safety, Fire Safety, and compliance requirements.
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A proactive, hands-on approach with a passion for operational excellence and guest satisfaction.
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Additional Information
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Why Join Us?
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This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a critical leadership role within a busy hotel environment, where you'll have a direct impact on operational performance, sustainability goals, team development, and guest experience.
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Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.
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Hotel is Managed by Accor.
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Let your passion shine
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We foster creativity, excellence and progressiveness. We interconnect with each other and our environment, to create a new kind of quiet luxury. With us, you can take pride in being part of a wider global team leading the way in local sustainability initiatives. Working together with our communities, we will empower you to make your own meaningful impact.
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Join us
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Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities.
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When applying, do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.
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Let your passion shine
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We take pride in promoting heartfelt hospitality with a French Zest, valuing passion, excellence and emotional intelligence. We pioneer a committed and sustainable approach to luxury, encouraging openness and inclusivity. We value new encounters with colleagues and guests from all horizons with a goal of creating a distinctive culture together.
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This description relates to the Maintenance Manager / Chief Engineer position at Novotel London Wembley.