Engineering Assistant Director

Westgate Resorts; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Daily pay

Job summary

Westgate Vacation Villas & Town Center Resort is hiring an Assistant Director of Engineering to support the Director of Engineering. You will oversee the resort’s engineering and maintenance operations, provide leadership to the maintenance team, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring guest satisfaction and safety.

The role requires strong technical expertise, budget oversight, and the ability to read blueprints and use MS Office tools.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of leadership experience in a resort or commercial environment.
• High school diploma required; bachelor’s or associate degree in a maintenance-related field preferred.
• Must be detail-oriented with effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must read and interpret blueprints, technical data, and O&M manuals.

Responsibilities

• Execute the strategic vision for the Engineering Department, aligning with the resort’s goals.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentoring to the maintenance team, fostering innovation and excellence.
• Implement, train, and enforce safety protocols ensuring a safe environment for guests and employees.
• Manage budgets (R&M and HLP), capital projects, P&L reviews, forecasting, and department ledger.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Safety protocols

Blueprint reading

MS Office

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

HotSOS

Job description

Company Description

Westgate Vacation Villas & Town Center Resort offers you an incredible opportunity to meet and share stories with guests from around the world who come to experience Central Florida’s world-famous theme parks and attractions. Enjoy the excitement and surroundings of our world-class resort, featuring award-winning attractions and restaurants. As part of Westgate Resorts, recognized by U.S. News as one of the Best Companies to Work For, you’ll be joining a team committed to excellence and creating unforgettable vacation experiences and supporting your career growth where you are or at 60+ resorts across the company.

Job Description

As the Assistant Director of Engineering, you will support and assist the Director of Engineering by overseeing and directing the resort’s engineering and maintenance operations. With your solid technical expertise and leadership skills, you will help ensure the smooth operation of our facilities, maintain high guest satisfaction standards, and promote continuous improvement initiatives.

This individual must possess and adhere to the following core values:

• Integrity– Doing the right thing when no one is looking.
• Passion– Creating a positive impact.
• Work Ethic– Taking pride in your work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Execute the strategic vision and direction for the Engineering Department, aligning with the resort’s overall goals.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentoring to the maintenance team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence, while ensuring accountability.
• Implement, train, and enforce safety protocols and procedures, ensuring a safe environment for guests and employees.
• Assist in managing the Engineering Department’s budgets (R&M and HLP); capital reservations and expenses, P&L reviews, forecasting, and maintaining departmental ledger.
• Participate in the development and management of maintenance programs, procedures, and schedules to optimize departmental efficiency.
• Support the planning and execution of major capital improvement projects, ensuring adherence to quality standards, budgets, and timelines.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify maintenance needs, safety issues, and areas for improvement.
• Serve as a liaison with vendors, contractors, and suppliers to facilitate efficient and cost-effective maintenance operations.
• Responsible for the procurement and inventory of all tools and materials purchased and assigned to the Engineering Department.
• Ability to create documents using Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience in effectively using resort operations devices and software (HotSOS).
• Communicate professionally via radios, phones, emails, and verbal communication.
• Perform maintenance and cleaning tasks as needed.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical data, and O&M manuals.
• Must be able to recognize and resolve potential hazards on the property.
• Expert ability to use hand, power, and battery tools, and other relevant tools required for the job.
• Work using ladders, scaffolding, lifts, dust masks, and within confined/restricted spaces.
• Interpret and address guest needs, interacting positively toward resolutions.
• Must adhere to all CFI/Westgate Resorts policies and procedures.
• Must always represent Westgate Resorts in a professional manner through appearance, attire, and professional behavior.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by resort operations leadership.

Qualifications

• Must be detail-oriented with effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt to various tasks, perform effectively under pressure, and meet deadlines consistently.
• Minimum of 4 years of leadership experience in a resort or commercial environment.
• High school diploma required; a bachelor's or associate degree in a maintenance-related field is preferred.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. In addition, the individual must possess and adhere to the following core values:

Integrity – Doing the right thing when no one is looking

Passion – Creating a positive impact

Work Ethic – Taking pride in your work

Education and Experience

High school diploma required

Bachelor’s or associate degree in a maintenance-related field preferred

Four or more years of leadership experience in a resort or commercial environment

Language Skills

Must communicate effectively with immediate supervisors and resort leadership

Written and verbal communication in English is required

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Must hold a valid driver’s license in the state of employment

Preferred licenses or certifications in core trades such as refrigeration, plumbing, or electrical

OSHA safety certification is preferred

Physical Demands

Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to touch, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear

Occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch

Must regularly lift and/or move, push, and/or pull up to 50+ pounds

Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts

Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions

Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; and extreme cold and/or extreme heat

Fast-paced environment requiring clear thinking for problem-solving while maintaining a positive attitude

Frequent interaction with resort guests

Collaboration with team members on larger projects and ability to work independently on daily tasks

Additional Information

Why Westgate?

• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time to Recharge
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Generous Company Match to Support Your Future
• Daily Pay – AccessYour Earnings When You Need Them
• Family-Focused Benefits – Pregnancy, Parental Leave, and Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Programs to Support Your Well-Being
• Flexible Spending Accounts(FSA)
• Tuition Assistance to Help Your Grow Your Career
• Military Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Support When You Need It Most
• Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Insurance
• Pet Insurance for Your Furry Family Members
• Loyalty Program – Exclusive Discounts on Hotels, Cruises, Resorts, Restaurants, Entertainment, and More
• David A. Siegel Legacy Scholarship – One scholarship of up to $40,000 is awarded each year to one eligible dependent of a current Team Member.
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Community Involvement – Give Back and Make an Impact

Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email [e-mail] with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying. This job posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position and may not include every responsibility, duty, or qualification required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.