Head of Engineering – Hospitality & Real Estate Ops

Aedes

Amsterdam

Hybrid

EUR 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Competitive salary

Training & seminars

Collegial atmosphere

Free coffee & lunch

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Job summary

Aedes in Amsterdam seeks a proactive Head of Engineering to support our growing hospitality business and wider property portfolio. You will lead the engineering team, shape the technical operations of our hotel portfolio, and collaborate with development partners from planning through opening and daily operations.

You bring solid hotel engineering experience, a hands-on mindset, and a proactive approach to maintenance, safety, and sustainability.

Qualifications

Solid experience in hotel engineering and maintenance
Hands-on and willing to roll up sleeves to support the team
Owns issues, takes responsibility and follows through
Experience with hotel openings is a plus
Ability to review technical plans with development teams, consultants and contractors

Responsibilities

Support daily hotel operations by working with the team to troubleshoot issues and keep the hotel running
Shape our next hotel by reviewing development plans and building systems with our development team, consultants and contractors
Prepare for opening by coordinating technical commissioning and handover, establishing maintenance routines
Lead and develop the engineering team, setting clear priorities and sharing knowledge
Provide technical advice across our assets to keep buildings safe, efficient and well maintained
Plan maintenance and investments by overseeing budgets and longer-term replacement plans
Coordinate contractors and specialist service providers, ensuring work is safe, high-quality and low-disruption
Oversee inspections and compliance, and find ways to improve energy use and sustainability