Chief Engineer (f/m/d) - The WestDill Mayfair Hotel London, Colbert Collection

Set in the heart of Mayfair and housed within a distinguished Grade II listed building on Piccadilly, the hotel brings new life to a historic landmark through a refined, intimate hospitality experience.

Here, classical architecture meets contemporary culture. Designed for travelers drawn to culinary excellence, visual arts and genuine social connection, The WestDill offers a discreet retreat moments from London’s most iconic addresses.

Returning from the city, guests find an elegant gathering place where heritage, craftsmanship and conviviality come together with a modern expression of Mayfair, shaped by history and enlivened by conversation.

For the opening of The WestDill Mayfair Hotel London, Colbert Collection, we are seeking an experienced and hands‑on Chief Engineer to take ownership of all engineering, maintenance and technical operations. This role is key to ensuring a safe, efficient and impeccably maintained environment that supports exceptional guest experiences in a luxury setting.

Responsibilities

Ensure full compliance with UK statutory, fire, health and safety regulations, maintaining all required licenses, documentation and safety equipment; Plan, manage and personally oversee preventive maintenance, repairs, renovations and minor projects in a hands‑on, solution‑oriented manner; Lead all in‑house mechanical and electrical maintenance, ensuring rapid response to maintenance requests and discreet, guest‑friendly execution; Monitor and optimize the responsible use of energy, implementing measures to improve sustainability and control energy costs; Prepare and manage the engineering budget, controlling departmental payroll and expenditure in line with the hotel’s financial objectives; Act as the main point of contact and project lead for external contractors and service providers, ensuring quality, compliance and timeliness; Conduct regular inspections to ensure guest comfort, asset protection and uninterrupted operation across all hotel facilities

Requirements

Proven experience as a Chief Engineer or in a senior engineering position within the luxury hospitality sector; Minimum 5 years’ experience in hotel engineering operations with strong technical expertise; Certification or formal training in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred; Strong knowledge of UK health, safety, fire and compliance regulations within hospitality environments; A hands‑on, self‑driven professional who thrives in a small‑scale luxury hotel environment with high levels of ownership and responsibility.