Maintenance Engineer

Maintenance Engineer

Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 per annum
Location: Edinburgh * Full-time * Shift Rota

A leading 5-star hotel in Edinburgh is looking for an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join their facilities team. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys hands-on technical work, problem-solving, and keeping a large building operating smoothly.

The Role

You will be responsible for carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance across the hotel and spa. This includes general building services, technical equipment checks, and supporting safety compliance.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

Responding to maintenance issues involving HVAC, lighting, small power, plumbing and pool plant equipment

Completing routine PPM tasks such as fire alarm tests, water temperature checks, emergency lighting inspections and meter readings

Ensuring Health & Safety standards are followed, including basic legionella control tasks

Recording maintenance work accurately and keeping internal systems updated

Supporting the building's emergency procedures and participating in a 24/7 duty rota

What We're Looking For

Minimum 2-3 years' experience in a maintenance or engineering role (hotel/leisure experience helpful but not essential)

Strong communication and the ability to work independently

Good understanding of general building maintenance, HVAC and basic electrical fault-finding

Familiarity with Health & Safety procedures (COSHH, risk assessments)

Experience with pool plant or BMS systems is beneficial but not required

Benefits

Free meals while on shift

Competitive holiday entitlement that increases with service

Discounts on hotel stays, spa facilities, food & drink

Employee wellbeing support

Career development and training opportunities

Referral and reward incentives

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