Chief Engineer

Accorhotel; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Novotel Surfers Paradise, part of Accor, seeks a Chief Engineer to lead the Engineering Department and uphold safety, compliance and guest comfort.

This hands-on leadership role oversees maintenance, capital works and sustainability initiatives, directing the engineering team, contractors and service partners to deliver exceptional hotel facilities.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will drive asset performance and align with Accor's guest service standards across the property.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in hotel engineering or facilities management.
• Strong knowledge of building systems and asset management.
• Experience with maintenance budgets and capital projects.
• Understanding of WH&S legislation and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operation of the Engineering Department.
• Develop preventive maintenance programs across hotel assets.
• Ensure compliance with WH&S, fire safety and environmental requirements.
• Oversee HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building systems maintenance.
• Manage budgets, utilities and capital expenditure projects.
• Lead sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives.
• Coordinate with contractors and suppliers.

Skills

Leadership

Asset management

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Trade qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, Refrigeration, Plumbing, Building Services

Tools

BMS

Job description

Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for engineering excellence, hotel operations and creating exceptional guest experiences?

Novotel Surfers Paradise is seeking an experienced and motivated Chief Engineer to lead the Engineering Department and ensure our hotel facilities, infrastructure and assets are maintained to the highest standards of safety, compliance, efficiency and presentation.

This is a key leadership role within the hotel, responsible for protecting and enhancing our physical assets while driving operational excellence, sustainability initiatives and team performance.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will oversee all aspects of hotel engineering, maintenance, compliance and capital works. You will lead a dedicated engineering team, manage contractors and suppliers, and ensure a safe, efficient and well-maintained environment for guests, Heartists and visitors.

As a member of the Hotel Executive Team, you will contribute strategically to achieving business objectives while supporting Accor's culture, values and guest service standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operation of the Engineering Department.
• Develop and execute preventative maintenance programs across all hotel assets.
• Ensure compliance with all WH&S, fire safety, environmental and statutory requirements.
• Oversee maintenance of: HVAC systems
• Electrical infrastructure
• Plumbing and hydraulic systems
• Fire protection systems
• Building Management Systems (BMS)
• Commercial kitchen and laundry equipment
• Guest rooms and public areas
• Pools, spa and recreational facilities
• Lifts and escalators
• Manage maintenance budgets, utilities and capital expenditure projects.
• Lead sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives.
• Manage contractors, service providers and supplier relationships.
• Participate in strategic planning and hotel leadership initiatives.
• Ensure all engineering activities support an exceptional guest experience.

What You'll Bring...

Essential:

• Trade qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, Refrigeration, Plumbing, Building Services or related discipline.
• Previous leadership experience in hotel engineering, facilities management or a comparable environment.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, preventative maintenance and asset management.
• Sound understanding of Australian WH&S legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience managing maintenance budgets and capital projects.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to lead, coach and develop high-performing teams.

Desirable:

• Previous hospitality or hotel industry experience.
• Building Management Systems (BMS) experience.
• Project Management qualifications.
• Fire Safety Adviser certification.
• Pool Plant Operator certification.
• First Aid and CPR certification.

Why Join Novotel and Accor?

At Accor, we are more than a worldwide leader in hospitality. We welcome you as you are and provide opportunities to grow, learn and develop your career across a global network of hotels and brands.

Benefits Include:

• Opportunity to join a leading international hospitality group.
• Career development and progression opportunities worldwide.
• Accor Heartist Benefits and accommodation discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Learning and development programs.
• Supportive and collaborative leadership team.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on a flagship Gold Coast property.

If you are an experienced engineering leader who thrives in a fast-paced hospitality environment and is passionate about maintaining world-class facilities, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the team at Novotel Surfers Paradise, where great hospitality starts with great people.

Novotel Surfers Paradise is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates .

So, when will you be joining us?