Hotel Engineering & Maintenance Specialist

JobSpace; Taupo; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton hotels in New Zealand seek a Maintenance Assistant responsible for the day-to-day upkeep of hotel systems and facilities, ensuring reliable operation and guest comfort.

You will work with the Engineering team, support energy management, and assist with events and emergencies. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and proactive service.

This position offers opportunities to develop skills across hospitality engineering and to contribute to a globally recognized brand.

Qualifications

• Familiar with operation principles and fault judgment for large data centre infrastructure.
• Willing to work day and night shifts for extended periods.
• Strong sense of responsibility, teamwork, and proactive service.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills; able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain hotel's critical systems (power, water, gas, HVAC) to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Inspect and maintain equipment and facilities within your remit.
• Record operation and shift handover logs promptly and accurately.
• Support energy management and drive efficiency improvements.
• Assist with maintenance for events, banquets, and meetings.
• Test generators regularly to ensure power continuity during outages.
• Supervise fire safety inspections and address violations.
• Train technicians and apprentices and oversee work.
• Manage tools and track usage, enforcing discipline as needed.
• Follow regulatory compliance and safety procedures.

Skills

Data centre infra ops

Shift work

Teamwork & professionalism

Analytical & problem-solving

Job description

Hilton hotels in New Zealand seek a Maintenance Assistant responsible for the day-to-day upkeep of hotel systems and facilities, ensuring reliable operation and guest comfort.

You will work with the Engineering team, support energy management, and assist with events and emergencies. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and proactive service.

This position offers opportunities to develop skills across hospitality engineering and to contribute to a globally recognized brand.