Pre-opening Chief Engineer, Luxury Hotel Sydney

Minor Hotels Europe & Americas; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth

Hotel Discounts

Global Perks

Retail Rewards

Experiences

Health Insurance

Wellness Support

Job summary

NH Collection Sydney is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Chief Engineer to lead the hotel's engineering and maintenance operations during pre-opening and beyond. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will ensure the property is maintained to the highest standards while delivering a safe, efficient and exceptional environment for guests and team members alike.

As Chief Engineer, you will oversee preventative maintenance programs, capital projects, contractor management,

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Chief Engineer or senior engineering leader in a hotel.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, maintenance and asset management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the hotel's engineering and maintenance operations.
• Ensure reliable, safe and efficient performance of facilities and systems.
• Manage preventative maintenance, repairs, refurbishments and projects.
• Ensure full compliance with statutory, fire, health and safety requirements.
• Conduct regular inspections of guest rooms, public areas, back-of-house facilities and plant rooms.
• Prepare and manage engineering budgets, payroll, operational expenditure and project costs.
• Monitor and improve energy and water consumption through sustainability initiatives.
• Manage external contractors and service providers to ensure quality, compliance and value.
• Lead, coach and develop the engineering team to create a collaborative and high-performing culture.
• Support all pre-opening engineering activities, project coordination and operational readiness planning.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Building systems knowledge

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Problem solving under pressure

Education

Engineering degree (Mech/Electrical)

Job description

NH Collection Sydney is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Chief Engineer to lead the hotel's engineering and maintenance operations during pre-opening and beyond. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will ensure the property is maintained to the highest standards while delivering a safe, efficient and exceptional environment for guests and team members alike.

As Chief Engineer, you will oversee preventative maintenance programs, capital projects, contractor management,