Hotel Engineering Director - Asset Care & Guest Experience

Novotel; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Novotel Surfers Paradise is seeking a hands-on Chief Engineer to lead the Engineering Department, safeguard hotel assets, and drive safety, efficiency and guest experience. You will manage a dedicated team, coordinate contractors and ensure programs meet WH&S and statutory requirements.

You will play a strategic role in sustainability initiatives and capital works, reporting to the General Manager and contributing to Accor’s standards of service.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in hotel engineering or facilities management.
• Strong knowledge of building systems and asset management.
• Understanding of WH&S legislation and compliance in Australia.
• Experience managing budgets and capital projects.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the Engineering Department.
• Develop and execute preventative maintenance programs across hotel assets.
• Ensure compliance with WH&S, fire safety, environmental and statutory requirements.
• Oversee maintenance of HVAC systems, electrical infrastructure, plumbing, BMS, kitchen and laundry equipment, guest rooms, pools, lifts.
• Manage maintenance budgets, utilities and capex projects.
• Lead sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives.
• Manage contractors and supplier relationships.
• Participate in hotel leadership and strategic planning.
• Ensure all engineering activities support an exceptional guest experience.

Skills

Leadership

Facilities management

HVAC systems

Asset management

Education

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

Job description

Novotel Surfers Paradise is seeking a hands-on Chief Engineer to lead the Engineering Department, safeguard hotel assets, and drive safety, efficiency and guest experience. You will manage a dedicated team, coordinate contractors and ensure programs meet WH&S and statutory requirements.

You will play a strategic role in sustainability initiatives and capital works, reporting to the General Manager and contributing to Accor’s standards of service.