Hotel Chief Engineer: Lead Maintenance & Safety

TPG Hotels and Resorts; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Hotel Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

TPG Hotels and Resorts is seeking a Chief Engineer to oversee maintenance and operation of all hotel building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC. You will lead a maintenance team, manage budgets, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires extensive knowledge of building systems, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to coordinate renovations with architects and contractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or related field is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, codes, and regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Budgeting and cost control expertise.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute a preventive maintenance program for all hotel systems, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and structural elements.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify maintenance needs and prioritize repairs.
• Ensure maintenance tasks are completed promptly and efficiently.
• Recruit, train, and supervise a team of maintenance staff.
• Assign tasks and responsibilities to maintenance personnel.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to team members.
• Help in the development of and manage the maintenance department's budget.
• Control costs by optimizing maintenance processes and negotiating contracts with vendors.
• Ensure hotel compliance with safety codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Oversee regular safety inspections and audits.
• Implement emergency response plans and procedures.
• Coordinate and oversee renovation projects within the hotel.
• Record-keeping of maintenance activities, inspections, manuals, and warranties.
• Generate reports on maintenance and repair expenses for management.
• Resolve maintenance issues reported by guests promptly and effectively.

Skills

Building systems knowledge

Code compliance

Problem-solving

Budgeting

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Facilities Management or related field

Job description

TPG Hotels and Resorts is seeking a Chief Engineer to oversee maintenance and operation of all hotel building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC. You will lead a maintenance team, manage budgets, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires extensive knowledge of building systems, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to coordinate renovations with architects and contractors.