Chief Engineer

InterContinental 62s Group plc; Amritsar; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Hotel room discounts

Extensive training

Job summary

IHG Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Chief Engineer in Amritsar to lead a skilled engineering team and oversee building maintenance across our hotel estate.

You will direct daily maintenance, ensure safety, and drive cost-effective operations while delivering exceptional guest experiences. Previous hotel maintenance leadership and certs in HVAC/refrigeration are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Some college or advanced vocational training required.
• Four years’ experience in general building maintenance and/or construction or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Specialised expertise in plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and carpentry fields.
• EPA Level 3 Certification, HVAC and refrigeration certificate, licensed plumber and/or journeyman status may be required.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily engineering needs to ensure the right team is always on the right task.
• Create a safe, secure and comfortable environment for guests to enjoy.
• Maintain and order parts and supplies while minimising waste and supporting green initiatives.
• Be flexible to respond to ad-hoc duties and urgent tasks.
• Build strong relationships with guests, regulatory bodies and external contacts.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical

Mechanical

Carpentry

Education

Some college or advanced vocational training

Tools

EPA Level 3 Certification

HVAC Certification

Refrigeration Certificate

Job description

Our guests’ safety and comfort always come first. Which is why we’re seeking out a master multi-tasker with the repair skills needed to keep our hotels looking and feeling their very best. Our new Chief Engineer will lead and coach a small but talented engineering team to stay one step ahead of our everyday maintenance needs.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:

• Directing daily engineering needs to ensure the right team is always on the right task
• Creating a safe, secure and comfortable environment for our guests to enjoy
• Maintaining and ordering parts and supplies whilst minimising waste and meeting our green initiatives
• Being flexible to react to ad-hoc duties where we have to unexpectedly pull together to get a task completed
• Building strong relationships with outside contacts including guests, regulatory agencies, others as needed

What We need from you:

• Some college or advanced vocational training
• Four years’ experience in general building maintenance and/or construction or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Specialised expertise in plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and carpentry fields
• Level 3 EPA Certification, HVAC and refrigeration certificate, licensed plumber and/or journeyman status for electrician and carpenter may be required
• Hotel experience preferred
• Professional certification and licence if required by law

What you can expect from us:

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.