Head Of Engineering And Facilities

Intellistaff; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hospitality group is seeking a Head of Engineering and Facilities to oversee maintenance operations. This role requires at least 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in hotel management, and a focus on high-quality service delivery. Candidates should possess strong planning skills, team leadership capabilities, and a commitment to health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a Facilities or Maintenance Manager role.
• Experience in hotel or property maintenance preferred.
• Demonstrated ability in planning, process execution, and service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain all areas related to maintenance for hotel operations.
• Plan and execute maintenance schedules for equipment and vehicles.
• Lead and develop the maintenance team.

Skills

Facilities management

Maintenance planning

Microsoft Office proficiency

Cross-functional teamwork

Team management

Education

Tertiary qualification in Facilities, Maintenance, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Area / Location

Franschhoek, Cape Town

Role Overview

Head Of Engineering and Facilities A luxury hospitality group renowned for sophisticated escapes and unique guest experiences is offering an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, solutions-driven individual. This role requires an efficient professional who thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments and is committed to operational excellence and exceptional service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain all areas related to maintenance to support effective hotel operations
• Plan, supervise, and execute maintenance and service schedules for equipment and fleet vehicles
• Coordinate closely with Hotel Managers, the Group Operational Manager, and Department Heads to resolve maintenance requests promptly with proper documentation and feedback
• Develop and implement a preventative maintenance program aligned with safety legislation, warranties, and industry best practices
• Ensure safe and secure usage of all equipment
• Lead, train, and develop the maintenance team to enhance required technical skills
• Oversee timely repair and reinstatement of malfunctioning equipment
• Maintain adequate stock levels of frequently used equipment and supplies
• Keep accurate records for inspections, stock control, and purchasing
• Source competitive quotes from reliable suppliers and establish a network of approved service providers
• Prepare annual maintenance budgets, including procurement of machinery and capital expenditure planning
• Enforce and uphold health and safety standards consistently across all sites

Required Experience and Skills

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a Facilities or Maintenance Manager role
• Experience in hotel or property maintenance preferred
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated ability in planning, process execution, and service delivery
• Experience in CAPEX and operational budgeting
• Proven track record in preventative maintenance planning and implementation
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality; ability to drive innovation and results
• Skilled in cross-functional teamwork and building high-performing teams
• Experience managing large teams

Minimum Requirements

• Matric certificate
• Tertiary qualification in Facilities, Maintenance, Engineering, or a related field is beneficial
• Valid drivers license