Engineering Managers

Rashi Joshi; City Of Albany; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary incentives

Career growth within a group

Discounts across ZHost venues and apps

Autonomy to implement smart/sustain­-b

Job summary

Aspire Hospitality Group (ZHost) is seeking an Engineering Manager to oversee performance, maintenance, and innovation of our hospitality infrastructure across multiple Albany venues. You will drive engineering strategies for Six Degrees, Chanya Thai, and Venice Albany, ensuring safe, efficient operations and future-ready facilities.

You will collaborate with venue managers, the ZHost executive team, and ADG digital developers to implement SOPs, manage energy systems, and lead smart facility

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in engineering management or technical facilities management.
• Experience overseeing building services and contractor teams.
• Strong knowledge of asset lifecycle planning and WHS compliance.
• Familiarity with smart systems, IoT, building automation, or app-based monitoring.
• Proficiency with CMMS tools or asset tracking software.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Project management experience with renovations, upgrades, or new site development is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the maintenance and operational engineering strategy across all venues (Six Degrees, Chanya Thai, Venice Albany).
• Manage preventative and reactive maintenance programs, safety compliance, and contractor coordination.
• Oversee energy systems, HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, and commercial kitchen operations.
• Lead the development and implementation of SOPs for engineering workflows and venue operations.
• Collaborate with digital and hospitality teams on automation systems, app testing, and smart facility integration.
• Monitor and optimize operational energy usage, building sustainability initiatives.
• Maintain documentation on venue assets, work orders, warranties, and compliance reporting.
• Support future expansion planning and venue fit-outs, including vendor/supplier procurement and design input.
• Liaise with local councils and regulatory bodies regarding compliance and upgrades.

Skills

Engineering management

Asset lifecycle planning

WHS compliance

CMMS tools

IoT / building automation

Contractor management

Energy systems

Asset tracking

Communications

Tools

CMMS software

Asset tracking software

Job description

Job Title: Engineering Manager

Location: 70 Stirling Terrace Albany 6330

Company: Aspire Hospitality Group Pty Ltd (ZHost)

Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

About Aspire Hospitality Group (ZHost)

Aspire Hospitality Group (ZHost) is the operational backbone of a forward-thinking network of hospitality brands, including: Six Degrees Albany – Restaurant, bar, accommodation, and live music venue Chanya Thai – Authentic Thai dining experience Venice Albany – Italian restaurant and café

We also integrate with digital services via Aspire Digital Group (Zinga, Alby Marketplace, Goldroom), positioning us at the intersection of hospitality, operations, and technology.

Role Overview

As Engineering Manager, you will oversee the performance, maintenance, and innovation of our hospitality infrastructure. This includes the day-to-day engineering of venue operations, long-term facility upgrades, sustainability planning, and integration of smart systems, automation, and SOPs. You will work closely with venue managers, the ZHost executive team, and ADG digital developers to ensure our facilities operate safely, efficiently, and are future-ready.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the maintenance and operational engineering strategy across all venues (Six Degrees, Chanya Thai, Venice Albany)
• Manage preventative and reactive maintenance programs, safety compliance, and contractor coordination
• Oversee energy systems, HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, and commercial kitchen operations
• Lead the development and implementation of SOPs for engineering workflows and venue operations
• Collaborate with digital and hospitality teams on automation systems, app testing, and smart facility integration (e.g., sensor monitoring, asset tracking)
• Monitor and optimize operational energy usage, building sustainability initiatives
• Maintain documentation on venue assets, work orders, warranties, and compliance reporting
• Support future expansion planning and venue fit-outs, including vendor/supplier procurement and design input
• Liaise with local councils and regulatory bodies regarding compliance and upgrades

Ideal Candidate

• 5+ years’ experience in engineering management or technical facilities management, ideally within hospitality, retail, or accommodation
• Experience overseeing building services, commercial kitchen equipment, and contractor teams
• Strong knowledge of asset lifecycle planning, WHS compliance, and operational SOPs
• Familiarity with smart systems, IoT integration, building automation, or app-based monitoring systems
• Proficiency with CMMS tools, asset tracking software, or cloud-based engineering platforms
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
• Project management experience with renovations, upgrades, or new site development is highly desirable

What We Offer

• The opportunity to lead and shape the engineering strategy of multi-venue operations
• A collaborative team across hospitality, technology, and finance
• Autonomy to implement smart and sustainable engineering practices
• Competitive salary and performance incentives
• Career growth within a group expanding into new locations
• Discounts and perks across all ZHost venues and digital platforms