Chief Engineer / Assistant Chief Engineer

Hiring company: Global Advisory Associates Ltd Source: Careers-Page.com Chief Engineer / Assistant Chief Engineer Department: Engineering & Maintenance Employment Type: Full-Time About the Role An established midscale hotel is seeking an experienced Chief Engineer or strong Assistant Chief Engineer to support the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the property's physical facilities, equipment, guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house facilities. This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical knowledge, effective leadership, preventative maintenance discipline, and excellent follow-through. Key Responsibilities • Lead or support the day-to-day Engineering and Maintenance operation. • Maintain hotel systems, equipment, guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house facilities. • Implement and monitor preventative maintenance programs. • Respond promptly to guest room and operational maintenance concerns. • Track outstanding work orders and ensure timely completion. • Monitor HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, kitchen, refrigeration, and other critical systems. • Conduct regular property inspections and identify maintenance priorities. • Minimize out-of-order rooms by coordinating closely with Front Office and Housekeeping. • Supervise contractors and vendors and monitor the quality of completed work. • Maintain appropriate inventories of tools, equipment, and supplies. • Support energy conservation and cost-control initiatives. • Ensure compliance with safety requirements and hotel operating standards. • Train, coach, schedule, and hold Engineering team members accountable. Qualifications • Minimum 5 years of progressive engineering, maintenance, or facilities experience, preferably within hospitality. • Previous supervisory or management experience preferred. • Strong knowledge of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and general building systems. • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues quickly. • Strong leadership, organization, attention to detail, and follow-through. • Relevant technical qualification, certification, or engineering training preferred. • Ability to respond to operational emergencies as required. All applications are handled in strict confidence.