Head of Engineering & Maintenance – Luxury Hotels

Antal International Network; Reggio Emilia; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Antal International Network is seeking an accomplished Engineering & Maintenance leader to direct operations across a portfolio of luxury hotels in Southern Europe. The role oversees renovations, energy efficiency initiatives, compliance, and supplier contracts while guiding Directors of Engineering and their teams.

The position emphasizes strategic leadership, heritage-property awareness, and strong collaboration with Design & Construction to deliver high-quality facilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in a similar leadership role.
• Bachelor in Electrical/Mechanical/Civil Engineering (Master's preferred).
• Proven track record managing large-scale new construction and renovation projects.
• Deep knowledge of hotel engineering installations (electric, heating, cooling, plumbing, HVAC, lifts) and fire protection systems.
• Strong understanding of regulatory codes and standards; energy efficiency expertise.
• Fluency in English; excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in luxury hotel operations and sustainable practices (LEED/BREEAM/EarthCheck).
• Ability to travel extensively and work flexible hours including weekends/public holidays.
• Advanced knowledge of project management and property management processes.
• Experience with heritage property renovations (desirable).
• Proficient with maintenance software and building management systems (BMS/EMS).

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering aspects of major renovations and capital expenditure projects from concept to completion.
• Collaborate with Design & Construction to meet engineering specifications, budgets, and timelines; oversee commissioning.
• Provide leadership to hotel Directors of Engineering and their teams to foster safety and proactive maintenance.
• Conduct regular property visits and audits to assess performance and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and manage divisional budgets (CapEx and OpEx) with cost controls and financial accountability.
• Drive energy optimization initiatives and integrate sustainable technologies to reduce environmental impact.
• Establish and maintain vendor relationships; negotiate contracts for services, supplies, and equipment.
• Support lifecycle management and technical guidance during renovations and capital projects.
• Mentor and develop the Engineering & Maintenance team to ensure continuous improvement.
• Ensure adherence to Belmond standards and regulatory requirements across all properties.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

MEP design

Energy efficiency

HVAC controls

Education

Bachelor in Electrical/Mechanical/Civil Engineering

Tools

Building Management Systems (BMS/EMS)

Job description

Antal International Network is seeking an accomplished Engineering & Maintenance leader to direct operations across a portfolio of luxury hotels in Southern Europe. The role oversees renovations, energy efficiency initiatives, compliance, and supplier contracts while guiding Directors of Engineering and their teams.

The position emphasizes strategic leadership, heritage-property awareness, and strong collaboration with Design & Construction to deliver high-quality facilities.