Shift Engineer

Negotiable
Experience
Unlimited
Job Type
Full Time
Location
Canada, London
Job Description

Canary Riverside Plaza London, Vignette Collection is
on the lookout for a Shift Engineer to join
the team! 

style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Join the excitement and become
part of the team at Canary Riverside Plaza London, Vignette Collection by IHG -
a landmark addition to the capital’s luxury lifestyle
scene.

Joining the IHG portfolio in Summer 2026 as Canary
Riverside Plaza London, Vignette Collection 
- this exciting new
chapter marks the brand’s first property in London. Set in the heart of Canary
Wharf with stunning views across the River Thames and London skyline, the hotel
features 142 luxurious guestrooms and suites, stylish dining spaces, meeting
and events facilities and access to a luxury health club, spa and pool. As part
of Vignette Collection, the hotel blends luxury hospitality with authentic,
experiential and considerate travel while celebrating individuality, locality
and meaningful guest experiences in one of London’s most dynamic
destinations.

An exciting opportunity has opened for a skilled
and motivated Shift Engineer. This is a hands-on technical role at the heart
of hotel operations, responsible for keeping a world-class luxury environment
running safely, efficiently, and reliably around the clock.

As a Shift
Engineer, you will ensure the seamless operation of all mechanical, electrical,
HVAC, and life-safety systems throughout the hotel. You will apply strong
engineering discipline, proactive fault-finding, and an unwavering commitment
to guest comfort and statutory compliance.

You will work with a wide range
of plant and building systems, respond to operational issues in real time,
and support the delivery of a consistently exceptional guest
experience.

What You’ll Be Doing

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  • Operating, monitoring, diagnosing,
    and repairing core building infrastructure systems including AHUs, FCUs,
    chillers, VRF, boilers, pumps, MCC panels, and wider central
    plant
  • Adjusting and optimising BMS controls to maintain comfort
    conditions and energy efficiency
  • Carrying out L8 water hygiene tasks
    in line with compliance and planned schedules
  • Delivering both planned
    preventive maintenance and fast, effective response to engineering
    requests
  • Supporting statutory inspections and maintaining accurate
    engineering records
  • Performing first-line diagnostics, isolations,
    and safety-critical interventions
  • Maintaining plant rooms and technical
    areas to high safety and housekeeping standards
  • Assisting
    the Maintenance Manager with in-room maintenance to protect the guest
    experience
  • Responding swiftly and professionally to emergencies such
    as power outages, HVAC failures, or fire alarm
    activations
  •  

    We are looking for someone who is passionate about people,
    thrives on delivering exceptional service, and takes pride in creating
    outstanding guest experiences.

    In addition, you will bring:

    • Recognised qualification in Mechanical,
      Electrical, or Building Services Engineering (e.g. City & Guilds
      or equivalent)
    • Strong background in building services operations within
      a complex, highly serviced environment
    • Ability to interpret technical
      drawings, schematics, and O&M manuals
    • Proven problem-solving skills
      and confidence making decisions under pressure
    • Clear and professional
      communication skills in written and spoken English
    • Solid understanding
      of statutory compliance and Health and Safety obligations
    • 5 years’
      experience in luxury hotels, hospitality, or five-star
      environments
    • Familiarity with premium guest-service
      expectations

    Joining
    our team means becoming part of a luxury lifestyle brand that values
    individuality, authentic connections and meaningful guest experiences.
    In return, we offer a wide range of benefits
    and opportunities designed to support your wellbeing, development and career
    grow such as

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  • Financial security – A competitive salary,
    guaranteed hours, a free meal on shift, paid
    holidays! 
  • Growth and development – extensive training,
    opportunities for career progression across the world. IHG has been recognised
    as a ‘Best Employer 2025’ in the UK by Mercer.
  • style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Colleague
    perks 
     - worldwide discounted room rates
    and discounted F&B whilst on employee rate (IHG has over 6,000 hotels
    and growing), plus generous friends and family rate. Discounts through our
    portal on your supermarket shop, experiences and loads of retailers on our perks
    portal. 
  • Wellbeing –employee assistance programme
    available 24/7 and much more!
  • If you
    are looking to join a hotel company where you can be your authentic self, create
    meaningful connections and be part of an exciting new chapter for Vignette
    Collection in London, click apply today!

    style="text-align: center;">You must meet the legal requirements
    to work in the UK.

    lang="EN-US">As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are committed
    to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Please let us know
    if you require any adjustments or support at any stage, and your recruiter
    will assist you accordingly.

    At IHG Hotels &
    Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

    We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and
    have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business
    and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues
    without regard to an individual's, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin,
    religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age,
    disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other
    characteristic protected by law.