Description W Edinburgh is hiring its next Shift Engineer team to join the team We invite you to play an integral part in bringing to life this unique brand in Edinburgh. Explore an exciting new career path at W Hotels where your natural talent is celebrated. W Hotel’s work culture is uniquely designed to spark your imagination and curiosity while bringing the W experience to life for guests. ABOUT THE BRAND Ignite Curiosity, Expand Worlds. W Hotels are a place to experience life. We’re here to open doors and open minds. With us, there’s always more. We dare to deliver a different kind of luxury. One that revels in bold ideas and indulges in the unexpected. We believe luxury is the freedom to be yourself and explore desires: whatever, whenever. ABOUT THE PROPERTY W Edinburgh brings bold architecture and a vibrant lifestyle offering to the Scottish capital. Behind a façade featuring a winding steel ribbon – reflecting the city’s festival spirit – this 12-storey structure is the centerpiece of Nuveen Real Estate’s Edinburgh St James Quarter, incorporating retail, leisure and entertainment facilities along with residential apartments. This W hotel aims to help redefine the city’s hospitality landscape. Accordingly, it fuses the brand’s signature amenities with modern design and W Happenings, highlighting what’s new in design, fashion, music and culture. The new W hotel accommodates guests across 244 stylish guestrooms, including 45 suites. While staying here, guests benefit from the brand’s signature Whatever / Whenever service philosophy. A real highlight of this property is its rooftop bar and outdoor terraces, pairing exciting cocktails and cuisine with 360-degree views over the historic city. Among the other noteworthy amenities are the W Lounge, a restaurant collaboration with SUSHISAMBA, a FIT workout facility and an AWAY spa, with special functions hosted in 2,450 sq ft of modern event space. ABOUT THE ROLE Reporting to the hotel’s Director of Engineering, as Shift Engineer at W Edinburgh you work to ensure the hotel is maintained to the highest possible standards. Joining the team means you will be instrumental to the success of the hotel’s operation. We are looking for someone who is practical, a strong team-player and understands luxury As Shift Engineer, key aspects of your role will include: Test, troubleshoot, and perform basic repair on all types of equipment, plumbing (e.g., plunge toilets and unclog drains), electrical components including lamps, cosmetic items, extension cords, vacuum cleaners, internet devices, replace electrical switches and outlets, and program TVs. Perform general housekeeping and engineering-related inventory duties. Perform all surface preparation and painting, minor drywall and wood trim repair, light bulb and A/C filter replacement and the complete and thorough cleanup of the painting or repair area. Follow policies and procedures for the safe operation and storage of tools, equipment, and machines. Maintain a working knowledge of fire sprinkler and emergency power systems and be familiar with the duties and responsibilities of the Fire and Emergency Rescue Teams. Assure each day’s activities and problems that occur are communicated to the other shifts using approved communication programs and standards. Work with housekeeping staff and other departments to maintain all rooms, buildings, and property in perfect condition. Address guests' service needs in a professional, positive, and timely manner. Welcome and acknowledge each and every guest with a smile, eye contact, and a friendly verbal greeting, using the guest's name when possible. Our ideal Shift Engineer is someone who has: Excellent problem-solving skills An ability to think on your feet and stay calm under pressure Strong organization and multi-tasking skills Good communication skills Previous experience working in five star, luxury hotels A positive mindset A genuine passion for their role In return for your hard work, we give you: World class training and development, including leadership development Unlimited career opportunities (internationally and locally) Wellness and mental health programmes Discounted accommodation, food and beverage in over 9,000 hotels all over the world Discounts for your friends and family Specially curated discounts in thousands of shops If this sounds like the perfect place for you, apply to be a Shift Engineer with us today Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.