Join The Derby London City (Opening Early 2026) - Curio Collection by Hilton Through a partnership with Dominus Group, The Derby London City will be the newest addition to Hiltons prestigious Curio Collection in the UK. Curio Collection by Hilton is a global set of remarkable upper upscale hotels handpicked for their unique character and personality each one a part of the fabric of the city it calls home. Ourbold and distinctive hotelisinspired by the citys rich heritage and forward-thinking spirit. Nestled on Great Tower Street, once home to the citys most influential bankers and merchants, The Derby is named after the bowler hat, a symbol of the citys financial and mercantile elite. The DerbyLondon City willfeature 237 beautifully designed guest rooms with breath-taking views of Londons iconic landmarks our Restaurant and Bar Rycroftes , and curated meeting spaces. Perfectly positioned, the property is a just short 5-10 minute walk from some of the capitals most iconic landmarks. What we offer Staff rate across all Hilton brands and across the Dominus hotel portfolio Your Inspirational Stay a night in the hotel and enjoy dinner, bed and breakfast with a plus one (T&C's apply) Impact Day, paid day to support your charity of choice Development opportunity across the Dominus hotels portfolio, including Marriott and Hilton brands Staff events and recognition schemes Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) A collaborative team culture where people thrive together and a place where you can be your true authentic self About The Role We are looking for a Chief Engineer to lead all engineering and maintenance operations from pre-opening to daily operations. You will oversee compliance, energy efficiency, technical readiness, and team development, ensuring the hotel opens and operates at the highest standards of safety, quality, and guest satisfaction. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement a full maintenance strategy aligned with brand standards Lead the Engineering function from pre-opening through launch and accomplish successful post-opening operations Oversee commissioning, testing, building handover and building systems Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing maintenance team Manage all building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety) Drive energy conservation, preventive maintenance, and sustainability initiatives Oversee budgets, vendor contracts, and compliance with all UK health and safety regulations Key Skills Strong technical knowledge of all major building systems Excellent prioritisation, organisational, and time management skills Proven leadership and team development capabilities Problem-solving mindset and calm under pressure Solid communication and cross-departmental collaboration About you Experience as a Maintenance Manager or similar leadership role in an upmarket hospitality setting for a minimum of 2 years. Comfortable with H&S compliance, budgeting, and sustainability practices. Financially astute and commercially aware Responsible, empathetic, and solutions-focused Flexible, positive, and proactive in a fast-paced environment Tech-savvy and confident using digital systems Experience with hotel openings or refurbishments (desirable) We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all parts of the community Must have valid right to work in the UK, please note that the company does not currently hold a sponsorship licence, therefore sponsorship assistance is not available Ready to be part of something remarkable? If you are passionate about hospitality, creativity, and delivering exceptional guest experiences, this is your chance to help shape one of the citys most exciting hotel openings. Apply now and help us bring The Derby London City to life.

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