Engineering Supervisor

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Discounts at dining venues

Birthday leave

Uniforms provided

Job summary

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney is seeking an Engineering Supervisor to lead the Engineering and Handyperson teams, ensuring facilities, systems and equipment meet the highest operational and safety standards. You will coordinate preventative maintenance across guest areas and back-of-house spaces while overseeing contractor activity and asset improvement initiatives.

We value hands-on leaders with strong communication, WH&S knowledge, and the ability to build cross-department relationships.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience within a hotel, hospitality, or large commercial property environment.
• Trade qualifications in Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, Building Services, Carpentry, Plumbing, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of preventative maintenance planning and building services.
• Demonstrated experience managing contractors and coordinating multiple priorities.
• Sound understanding of Workplace Health & Safety legislation and safe work practices.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong leadership capability with a hands-on, service-oriented approach.
• Ability to build positive relationships across all hotel departments.
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster including mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Relevant licences and certifications will be highly regarded, including Fire Safety/Warden, Work at Heights, or Confined Space certifications.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and coordinating the day-to-day activities of the Engineering and Handyperson teams.
• Leading preventative maintenance programs across guest rooms, public areas, back-of-house facilities, and building services.
• Managing Out of Order (OOO) rooms to ensure timely rectification and return to inventory.
• Allocating, prioritising, and monitoring reactive and preventative maintenance work orders.
• Conducting regular inspections to identify maintenance requirements and safety risks.
• Coordinating engineering support with Housekeeping, Front Office, Food & Beverage, Events, and Security teams.
• Monitoring the performance and condition of building services, plant equipment, air conditioning systems, pumps, boilers, kitchen equipment, and lighting systems.
• Managing contractors and service providers to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to hotel standards.
• Assisting with refurbishment projects, capital works, and asset improvement initiatives.
• Supporting emergency response activities and providing leadership during operational incidents.
• Acting as the department representative in the absence of the Director of Engineering or Senior Assistant Chief Engineer.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Electrical trades qualification

Mechanical trades qualification

HVAC qualification

Building Services qualification

Carpentry qualification

Plumbing qualification

Refrigeration & Air Conditioning qualification

Job description

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney - Sydney CBD NSW

Are You a Jack-of-All-Trades Who Loves Maintenance Work? Join and lead the maintenance operations in one of Sydney's most iconic luxury hotels.

Are you a hands-on maintenance professional who enjoys leading a team, solving problems, and ensuring facilities operate at the highest standard who takes pride in keeping things running smoothly, we want to hear from you!

About The Fullerton Hotels and Resorts

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney is an award-winning luxury five-star hotel located in the heart of Sydney’s financial and fashion district. Housed within the iconic, 151-year-old former General Post Office on Martin Place, the hotel uniquely blends historic grandeur with modern elegance, incorporating the original heritage building alongside a contemporary 31-storey tower.

Steeped in character and refinement, the hotel offers 416 spacious and stylish rooms and suites, surrounded by Sydney’s most exclusive designer shopping, renowned restaurants, theatres, and vibrant nightlife. Positioned in the center of the city, our guests and team members alike enjoy close proximity to iconic landmarks including Darling Harbour, Barangaroo, the Royal Botanic Garden, the Sydney Opera House, and the Museum of Contemporary Art.

At The Fullerton Hotel Sydney, you’ll experience the pulse of the city while being part of a landmark destination defined by luxury, heritage, and exceptional service.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Engineering Supervisor, you will support the Director of Engineering in ensuring the hotel's facilities, systems, and equipment are maintained to the highest operational and safety standards. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supervising and coordinating the day-to-day activities of the Engineering and Handyperson teams
• Leading preventative maintenance programs across guest rooms, public areas, back-of-house facilities, and building services
• Managing Out of Order (OOO) rooms to ensure timely rectification and return to inventory
• Allocating, prioritising, and monitoring reactive and preventative maintenance work orders
• Conducting regular inspections to identify maintenance requirements and safety risks
• Coordinating engineering support with Housekeeping, Front Office, Food & Beverage, Events, and Security teams
• Monitoring the performance and condition of building services, plant equipment, air conditioning systems, pumps, boilers, kitchen equipment, and lighting systems
• Managing contractors and service providers to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to hotel standards
• Assisting with refurbishment projects, capital works, and asset improvement initiatives
• Supporting emergency response activities and providing leadership during operational incidents
• Acting as the department representative in the absence of the Director of Engineering or Senior Assistant Chief Engineer

What We're Looking For

• Previous supervisory experience within a hotel, hospitality, or large commercial property environment
• Trade qualifications in Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, Building Services, Carpentry, Plumbing, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, or a related discipline
• Strong knowledge of preventative maintenance planning and building services
• Demonstrated experience managing contractors and coordinating multiple priorities
• Sound understanding of Workplace Health & Safety legislation and safe work practices
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong leadership capability with a hands-on, service-oriented approach
• Ability to build positive relationships across all hotel departments
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster including mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays
• Relevant licences and certifications will be highly regarded, including Fire Safety/Warden, Work at Heights, or Confined Space certifications

Perks & Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to the maintenance of a heritage-listed landmark property
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Daily complimentary staff meals
• Discounts at hotel dining venues and across our partner hotels
• Birthday leave (after passing probation)
• Flexible hours and rotating rosters
• Uniforms provided
• Supportive, inclusive, and vibrant work culture

Note: Reference checks is a mandatory requirement if you were selected to interview stage.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis or race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Bring your skills to a place where excellence meets elegance.