Four Seasons
Assistant Director of Engineering
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About Four Seasons
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location:
Set in the heart of the City, overlooking Tower Bridge and the Tower of London, Tower Bridge is the starting point for discovering London’s historic past, alongside its exhilarating present. As impressive inside as out, this famous five-star hotel remains the centre of attention, as a new chapter begins in its history. This beautiful grade II listed building and former HQ of the Port of London Authority has 100 rooms, 41 residential apartments of which 31 units are in a FS run transient rental program, a stunning ballroom which has hosted the inaugural Reception of the United Nations, 5 meeting rooms, a stunning destination spa with 8 treatment rooms, hammam, steam, sauna and swimming and vitality pool, and a fantastic Food and Beverage offering including Cooper's Cut (Modern Steakhouse), Mei Ume (Chinese/ Japanese cuisine) and Rotunda (all day dining, afternoon tea & bar)
Assistant Director of Engineering
Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge
At Four Seasons, exceptional guest experiences are built on excellence behind the scenes. Our Engineering team is responsible for maintaining one of London's most iconic luxury properties, ensuring every space, system, and facility operates seamlessly while delivering the highest standards of safety, reliability, and comfort.
Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Engineering to join our leadership team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a technically strong and commercially minded engineering leader who enjoys developing people, driving projects, and maintaining world class standards within a complex luxury hospitality environment.
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The role
As Assistant Director of Engineering, you will work closely with the Director of Engineering to lead the hotel's Engineering operation, overseeing a diverse team responsible for maintaining all guest, colleague, and back of house facilities.
This role combines strategic leadership with hands on operational oversight. You will be instrumental in ensuring our building infrastructure, plant, systems, and maintenance programmes operate at the highest level while supporting capital projects, sustainability initiatives, and long term asset preservation.
You will be a visible leader within the hotel, building strong relationships across departments and creating a culture focused on accountability, safety, development, and continuous improvement.
What You Will Do
- Support the Director of Engineering in leading the overall Engineering operation and deputise in their absence
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Engineering and Maintenance professionals, driving engagement and performance
- Ensure the efficient operation and maintenance of all building systems, plant, equipment, and facilities
- Oversee preventative maintenance programmes, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement
- Manage engineering projects, refurbishments, and capital expenditure initiatives from planning through to completion
- Support budget management, forecasting, and financial control within the department
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and statutory requirements
- Work closely with operational leaders to support guest satisfaction and minimise disruption to hotel operations
- Drive energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives across the property
- Maintain accurate engineering records, compliance documentation, and maintenance reporting
- Support emergency response procedures and business continuity planning
What We Are Looking For
- Proven leadership experience within hotel engineering, facilities management, or a comparable luxury environment
- Previous experience at Engineering Manager, Assistant Director, or senior leadership level
- Strong technical knowledge across mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and building management systems
- Demonstrated experience managing engineering projects, contractors, and capital works programmes
- Excellent people leadership skills with a passion for coaching, mentoring, and succession planning
- Strong commercial awareness and experience managing budgets and operational costs
- Ability to balance strategic priorities with day to day operational demands
- Exceptional organisational and problem solving skills
- Professional communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
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Desirable Qualifications
- Degree, HNC, HND, or equivalent technical qualification in Engineering or Building Services
- IOSH, NEBOSH, or equivalent health and safety qualification
- Membership of a recognised professional engineering body
- Right to Work in the UK
What To Expect
- Full time leadership position based on a 40 hour working week
- Participation in management duty coverage and emergency response procedures as required
- Opportunity to lead a diverse and highly skilled Engineering team within a complex luxury operation
What We Offer
At Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge, we support passionate people who want to grow, lead and build long term careers within a world class luxury brand.
- Competitive remuneration package inclusive of base salary, service charge, and bonus opportunity
- Excellent training and clearly defined career development pathways
- Strong internal progression opportunities across London and the global Four Seasons portfolio
- Holiday entitlement increasing with service up to 33 days
- Up to two paid Wellness Days per year
- Company Sick Pay, increasing with service
- Life insurance while on duty
- Up to 20 complimentary nights at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts worldwide, increasing with service, as well as heavily discounted rates at all properties
- 50% discount across UK Four Seasons food and beverage outlets from day one for up to four guests
- Complimentary meals while on duty in Pepys Cellar, our staff cafeteria, with refreshments available throughout the day
- Discounted gym membership with City's Leonardo Hotel
- Bupa Dental Cover and MediCash healthcare plans available
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Complimentary professional dry cleaning from day one
- Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme available from day one
- Access to Stream for greater pay flexibility and discounts
- Employee recognition programmes including monthly awards and events
- Annual themed team events plus regular social, charitable and sporting activities
Lead engineering excellence at Four Seasons
This is an opportunity to join the leadership team of one of London's most prestigious luxury hotels, shaping the guest experience through exceptional standards, technical expertise, and strong people leadership.
If you are an ambitious engineering leader looking to take the next step in your career with a globally recognised brand, we would be delighted to hear from you.
We look forward to receiving your application.
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