Chief Engineer

Radisson Hotel Group; Middelburg; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant hospitality group seeks a Building & Engineering Head of Department and Chief Engineer to lead the property maintenance department, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and compliance with standards. Candidates should possess leadership skills, creativity in problem-solving, and a passion for the hospitality industry.

Benefits

Exclusive hotel rates

Career development opportunities

Inclusive and fun workplace environment

Access to global and local perks

Qualifications

• Proven experience in property maintenance.
• Excellent leadership skills with a hands-on approach.
• Commitment to exceptional guest service.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the smooth running of the property maintenance department.
• Leads and manages the maintenance team.
• Prepares and is responsible for the departmental budget.

Skills

Problem Solving

Leadership

Guest Service

Creativity

Job description

We are currently seeking a Building & Engineering Head of Department and Chief Engineer to join our vibrant team. At RHG, we are in search of individuals who go beyond the resume – those with character, skills, talents, and a passion for creating memorable experiences. We value mindset as pivotal : anticipating guest needs, supporting your department, and consistently delivering memorable experiences.

As a Building & Engineering Head of Department and Chief Engineer you play a vital role in ensuring our properties deliver an experience beyond expectation, creating memorable moments for our guests.

• Ensures the smooth running of the property maintenance department, where all areas are maintained to the highest levels.
• Works proactively to improve guest satisfaction and comfort, delivering a positive and timely response to guest enquiries.
• Develops and implements plans where property maintenance initiatives & hotel targets are achieved.
• Leads and manages the maintenance team, fostering a culture of growth, development and performance within the department.
• Prepares and is responsible for the departmental budget, ensuring that costs and inventory are controlled, that productivity and performance levels are attained.
• Builds and maintains effective working relationships with all key stakeholders.
• Establishes and delivers an effective planned preventative maintenance programme to address maintenance and environmental and conservation matters.
• Ensures adherence and compliance to all legislation where due diligence requirements and best practice activities are planned, delivered and documented for internal and external audit, performing follow-up as required

Qualifications

• Proven experience in property maintenance with strong problem solving capabilities
• Excellent leadership skills with a hands-on approach and lead-by-example work style
• Commitment to exceptional guest service with a passion for the hospitality industry
• Ability to find creative solutions, offering advice and recommendations

Additional Information

Why Join Radisson Hotel Group?

Live the Magic of Hospitality - Be part of a team that creates exceptional experiences and memorable moments every day. Let your Yes I Can! spirit shine as you bring hospitality to life.

Build a Great Career - No matter your background or experience, we invest in your growth, learning, and career development —helping you reach your full potential.

Experience the Team Spirit - Join a workplace that’s inclusive, fun, and meaningful . We celebrate diversity, support one another and foster a sense of belonging through our Employee Resource Groups and inclusion initiatives .

Lead with Your Ambition - Your ideas, passion and drive matter! We empower you to make a difference —in hospitality, your community and beyond.

Enjoy Global & Local Perks - No matter where you’re located, you’ll enjoy exclusive global benefits - like special hotel rates for you and your loved ones at our hotels worldwide. Plus, you’ll have access to local perks and rewards tailored to your country, making your experience even more rewarding!

Join us in shaping the future of hospitality! If you’re ready to bring your talent, energy, and passion , we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and let’s make every moment matter.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences . If you need any adjustments during the application process, please let us know.

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