Chief Engineer — Luxury Hotel (Sustainability & Wellness)

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Senses Milan invites applications for the role of Chief Engineer to safeguard sustainability, wellness, and exceptional engineering standards within the luxury hotel. The successful candidate will lead technical operations and manage safety, compliance, and guest-ready infrastructure.

Fluency in English is required; Italian language knowledge is essential. A technical degree with 5+ years in hotel engineering, and valid work authorization for Italy, are expected.

Qualifications

• Possess a technical diploma or Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 5+ years of hotel engineering or facilities management experience.
• Supervisory or departmental management experience in a luxury hotel environment is preferred.
• Solid knowledge of building maintenance, HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, water treatment, fire prevention and general building infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of Italian health and safety legislation and related certifications.
• Fluent in English; Italian language knowledge is essential, other languages are a plus.
• Valid right to work in Italy with relevant visa/work permit if applicable.
• Additional Italian health and safety training and certifications as required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Cluster Director of Engineering for efficient operation of the Engineering department including landscape, plant and equipment, technical work, carpentry, sustainability, and fire/safety systems.
• Operate within brand standards and budgetary controls to deliver exceptional products and services.
• Improve maintenance and engineering practices to align with Six Senses wellness and sustainability principles.
• Organize rostering and manage external contractors as required.
• Promote a cost-focused culture through training and education.
• Deliver financial returns related to revenue, profitability and ROIC.
• Ensure compliance with legal, statutory, and contractual requirements.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

HVAC systems

Building maintenance

Fire safety compliance

Project analysis

Leadership experience

Education

Diploma di Perito Industriale or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Building Engineering

Tools

CEI 11-27 PES/PAV/PEI

F-Gas certification

Building Management Systems (BMS)

Job description

Six Senses Milan invites applications for the role of Chief Engineer to safeguard sustainability, wellness, and exceptional engineering standards within the luxury hotel. The successful candidate will lead technical operations and manage safety, compliance, and guest-ready infrastructure.

Fluency in English is required; Italian language knowledge is essential. A technical degree with 5+ years in hotel engineering, and valid work authorization for Italy, are expected.