Engineering Supervisor

CGR Services; Wellington; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth across NZ and beyond

Industry-leading training programs

Staff accommodation & F&B discounts (L

Job summary

Accor Wellington is seeking an Engineering Supervisor to lead the maintenance team at our Wellington location. You will oversee daily operations, coordinate preventative and corrective maintenance, and ensure safety and building standards are met.

You will manage contractors, respond to urgent requests, and drive energy efficiency initiatives while maintaining detailed compliance records. A hands-on, proactive leader will excel in this role within a vibrant hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Recognised trade qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in maintenance leadership or supervisory roles, ideally within hospitality, facilities management, or a large multi-site operation.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and supporting the Engineering team during your shift.
• Coordinating and carrying out preventative and corrective maintenance programs.
• Responding to maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Assisting with contractor management and ensuring work is completed to required standards.
• Monitoring essential building services, plant equipment and safety systems.
• Conducting routine testing of fire alarms, emergency lighting and compliance-related equipment.
• Assisting with energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives.
• Supporting roster preparation and team development activities.
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records and compliance documentation.
• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with Health & Safety requirements and Accor standards.
• Providing exceptional service when interacting with guests and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Fault finding

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Contractor management

Health & Safety

Team leadership

Flexibility

Building services

Attention to detail

Hospitality experience

Education

Trade qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Engineering Supervisor AccorHotel Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand

Job Description

Reporting to the Chief Engineer, you will play a key role in the day-to-day management of engineering operations, supporting the maintenance team and ensuring our hotels are maintained to the highest standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising and supporting the Engineering team during your shift
• Coordinating and carrying out preventative and corrective maintenance programs
• Responding to maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner
• Assisting with contractor management and ensuring work is completed to required standards
• Monitoring essential building services, plant equipment and safety systems
• Conducting routine testing of fire alarms, emergency lighting and compliance-related equipment
• Assisting with energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives
• Supporting roster preparation and team development activities
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records and compliance documentation
• Ensuring all work is completed in accordance with Health & Safety requirements and Accor standards
• Providing exceptional service when interacting with guests and internal stakeholders

This role will require flexibility and participation in an on-call roster to support emergency maintenance requirements when needed.

Qualifications

• A recognised trade qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• Previous experience in a maintenance leadership or supervisory role, ideally within hospitality, facilities management, or a large multi-site operation
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Experience managing contractors and maintenance priorities
• Sound knowledge of building services, compliance requirements and safety systems
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• A proactive, hands‑on approach with strong attention to detail
• The ability to lead and motivate a diverse team
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts and respond to urgent maintenance issues when required

Additional Information

• Opportunities for career growth and development across New Zealand and internationally
• Access to Accor's industry‑leading learning and development programs
• Staff accommodation and food & beverage discounts worldwide through the Heartist programme
• Supportive and inclusive team culture
• Uniform provided
• Employee assistance programme
• Access to fantastic global hotel discounts across Accor's extensive network

At Accor, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, valued and respected. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.