Technical Manager

Ultima Collection; Gstaad; Vor Ort; CHF 120.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Ultima Hotel Gstaad in the Swiss Alps seeks a hands-on Technical Manager to oversee the operation, maintenance and safety of the hotel, a private chalet and staff houses in the Gstaad area. You will lead the technical team, coordinate external contractors, drive preventive maintenance and renovation projects, ensure Swiss compliance, and report regularly to Management on risks, budgets and improvements.

Fluent in French and English; German a plus, based in Gstaad or willing to relocate, driving

Qualifikationen

• Swiss-recognised technical qualification required.
• Minimum 5 years experience in technical management in luxury hospitality.
• Experience coordinating external contractors and suppliers.
• Fluent in French and English; German a plus.
• Based in Gstaad or willing to relocate; driving licence required.

Aufgaben

• Oversee the technical operations, maintenance and upkeep of one luxury hotel, one private chalet and two staff houses in the Gstaad area.
• Manage and supervise the technical team, including planning, task allocation, training and performance follow-up.
• Implement and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance programmes, ensuring the reliability and proper functioning of all technical installations and facilities.
• Ensure the properties meet applicable Swiss technical, safety, fire prevention and regulatory requirements, including inspections, certifications and maintenance controls.
• Ensure and regularly verify full compliance of all properties, technical installations and operations with applicable Swiss laws, safety regulations, fire prevention requirements and mandatory standards, including the coordination and follow-up of inspections, certifications, documentation and any required corrective actions.
• Coordinate repairs, technical interventions, contractors and suppliers, ensuring quality, deadlines and cost control.
• Lead and follow up on renovation, refurbishment and technical improvement projects, from planning to completion.
• Anticipate technical needs and ensure properties are fully operational and ready for owners, guests and VIP arrivals.
• Provide regular reporting to Management on maintenance, incidents, risks, projects and investment needs.

Kenntnisse

Team leadership

Project management

Preventive maintenance

Contractor coordination

Communication skills

Problem solving

Ausbildung

Swiss technical qualification (CFC or equivalent)

Additional Swiss certifications

Jobbeschreibung

Located in the heart of the Swiss Alps, Ultima Hotel Gstaad is a five-star boutique retreat comprising 11 mountain-view suites and six residences, each boasting fire-warmed sitting rooms, contemporary artworks and sun-drenched balconies. This winter, guests can savour modern Japanese cuisine at the seasonal Zuma Pop-Up restaurant, indulge in rejuvenating treatments by world-leading wellness partners in the cutting-edge spa, and embrace immersive experiences - from private ski tours to chef-curated menus - tailored to their discerning tastes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the technical operations, maintenance and upkeep of one luxury hotel, one private chalet and two staff houses in the Gstaad area.
• Manage and supervise the technical team, including planning, task allocation, training and performance follow-up.
• Implement and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance programmes, ensuring the reliability and proper functioning of all technical installations and facilities.
• Ensure the properties meet applicable Swiss technical, safety, fire prevention and regulatory requirements, including inspections, certifications and maintenance controls.
• Ensure and regularly verify full compliance of all properties, technical installations and operations with applicable Swiss laws, safety regulations, fire prevention requirements and mandatory standards, including the coordination and follow-up of inspections, certifications, documentation and any required corrective actions.
• Coordinate repairs, technical interventions, contractors and suppliers, ensuring quality, deadlines and cost control.
• Lead and follow up on renovation, refurbishment and technical improvement projects, from planning to completion.
• Anticipate technical needs and ensure properties are fully operational and ready for owners, guests and VIP arrivals.
• Provide regular reporting to Management on maintenance, incidents, risks, projects and investment needs.

Profile

• Swiss-recognised technical qualification (CFC or equivalent) in electrical engineering, HVAC, building services, mechanics, plumbing or a related field; additional Swiss technical certifications are a strong advantage.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar technical management or supervisory role, ideally within luxury hospitality, hotels, private estates or high‑end residential properties.
• Proven experience managing a technical team and coordinating external contractors and suppliers.
• Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance, building systems, technical compliance and health & safety requirements in Switzerland.
• Project management experience, particularly in renovation, refurbishment and technical improvement projects.
• Hands‑on, proactive, structured and solution‑oriented, with strong leadership and communication skills.
• Fluent in French and English; German is an advantage.
• Must be based in Gstaad or willing to relocate.
• Valid driving licence required.

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