Technical Manager

Barrière; Lausanne; On-site; CHF 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fouquet’s Gstaad, part of Barrière Group, seeks a Technical Manager to oversee maintenance, safety and technical operations across four luxury properties in the Gstaad region. You will lead the technical team, coordinate contractors, and drive preventive maintenance programs to ensure top-tier operations for guests and VIP arrivals.

Five years in technical management within luxury hospitality, fluency in French and English, Swiss CFC or equivalent, and willingness to relocate to Gstaad are

Qualifications

• Swiss-recognised technical qualification (CFC or equivalent) in electrical engineering, HVAC, building services, mechanics, plumbing or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a technical management or supervisory role, ideally in luxury hospitality.
• Proven experience managing a technical team and coordinating external contractors and suppliers.
• Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance, building systems, safety requirements in Switzerland.
• Project management experience in renovation, refurbishment and technical improvements.
• Fluent in French and English; German is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technical operations, maintenance and upkeep of four properties in the Gstaad area.
• Lead and supervise the technical team including planning, task allocation and training.
• Implement preventive and corrective maintenance programmes for reliability of installations.
• Ensure compliance with Swiss technical, safety, fire prevention and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate repairs, contractors and suppliers within budget and deadlines.
• Manage renovation and technical improvement projects from planning to completion.
• Anticipate technical needs to keep properties operational for guests and VIP arrivals.
• Provide regular management reports on maintenance, incidents, risks, projects and investments.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Maintenance planning

French & English

Communication

Education

Swiss CFC or equivalent

Job description

Fouquet’s Gstaad is looking for a Technical Manager (M/F)

The Technical Manager will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance, safety, and technical operations of several properties across the Gstaad region:

• Fouquet’s Gstaad: A luxury hotel featuring 33 rooms, an 800 m² spa, restaurants, and extensive guest facilities.
• Fouquet’s Promenade Gstaad: An exclusive 1,500 m² private chalet located in the heart of Gstaad village.
• Former Hotel Viktoria - Gsteig: A staff accommodation property comprising 26 rooms and communal areas.
• Former Hotel Krone - Zweisimmen: A staff accommodation property comprising 32 rooms and communal areas.

As Technical Manager, you play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation, safety, maintenance, upcoming project and technical excellence of all four properties.

Opening in December 2026, Fouquet’s Gstaad is the Barrière Group’s latest luxury destination in Switzerland. Blending Alpine spirit with French refinement, this exceptional property features 33 rooms (including 11 suites and 6 apartments), an exclusive 1,500 m² private village chalet, an 800 m² spa, and the iconic Japanese restaurant Zuma.

Job Description

YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE…

• 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.

Contract type:

Full-time executive contract (cadre)

Working schedule:

5 days on/ 2 days off

Compensation:

Annual gross package of 87,75k CHF (13 months × 6 750 CHF gross base salary, 13th month disbursed following the completion of the 2-month probationary period)

Qualifications

• 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.

Additional Information

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

• Telephone screening
• 1-hour video interview with the Recruitment Manager
• Venue tour and in-person interview with the General Manager

BARRIERE GROUP

A leader in casinos in France and a renowned name in luxury hospitality, dining, leisure, and entertainment, Barrière reinvents itself every day. At the crossroads between iconic destinations and legendary venues, Barrière has shaped more than just a legacy—it has created a signature.

From the Normandy in Deauville to the Fouquet’s in New York, the Group stands out across its 21 hotels through its unique and authentic French art de vivre. Across its 34 casinos and club, Barrière brings to life a passion for gaming, a festive spirit, and a love for entertainment.

Founded in 1912 and now co-chaired by Joy Desseigne-Barrière and Alexandre Barrière, Barrière remains a family-run business where values of hospitality and excellence are passed down from generation to generation, within its teams in France and around the world.

At Barrière, we embrace diversity in all its forms and welcome every application with enthusiasm. We also adapt our recruitment process, upon request, to meet the needs of candidates with disabilities. Moreover, we value profiles that share our commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and who are eager to contribute to our mission of making a positive impact on society and the environment.