Hotel Engineering Leader | Asset & Sustainability

Novotel Surfers Paradise; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Novotel Surfers Paradise is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead the Engineering Department, oversee maintenance, compliance and capital works, and ensure a safe, efficient environment for guests and staff.

Reporting to the General Manager, the Chief Engineer will manage contractors, drive sustainability initiatives, and champion Accor's guest service standards while building a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, Refrigeration, Plumbing, Building Services or related discipline.
• Experience leading hotel engineering, facilities management or similar.
• Knowledge of building systems, preventative maintenance and asset management.
• Understanding of Australian WH&S legislation and compliance.
• 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.

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 WH&S, fire safety, environmental and statutory requirements.
• Oversee maintenance of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, BMS, kitchen and laundry equipment.
• Maintain guest rooms and public areas; pools, spa and recreational facilities.
• 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.

Skills

Leadership experience

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Team development

Project management

Strategic planning

Building systems knowledge

Education

Trade qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, Refrigeration, Plumbing, Building Services or related discipline

Job description

Novotel Surfers Paradise is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead the Engineering Department, oversee maintenance, compliance and capital works, and ensure a safe, efficient environment for guests and staff.

Reporting to the General Manager, the Chief Engineer will manage contractors, drive sustainability initiatives, and champion Accor's guest service standards while building a high-performing team.