To support the hotel's successful pre-opening phase, we are looking for a Chief Engineer (f/m/d) who is available to start by September 2026.
As part of IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world's leading hospitality companies with more than 6,000 hotels across over 100 countries, you'll have the opportunity to help bring a brand-new hotel to life from the ground up.
As Chief Engineer (f/m/d), you will lead all engineering and maintenance operations throughout the pre-opening, opening, and ongoing operation of the hotel.
What You'll Do
- Lead all engineering activities throughout the hotel's pre-opening phase, ensuring all technical systems, equipment, and facilities are fully operational ahead of opening.
- Support the hotel opening by coordinating installations, commissioning, testing, contractor management, and implementation of IHG engineering standards.
- Supervise, coach, and support the Engineering team, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
- Monitor the condition of guest rooms, public areas, back-of-house facilities, and building infrastructure.
- Manage engineering budgets, maintenance planning, inventories, and procurement of spare parts, tools, and technical supplies.
- Coordinate external contractors and service providers, ensuring quality work and compliance with hotel standards.
- Ensure compliance with IHG brand standards, local legislation, environmental regulations, and health & safety requirements.
- Lead emergency preparedness initiatives, fire and life safety programs, and security-related technical procedures.
- Support sustainability initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
- Collaborate closely with all hotel departments to ensure seamless operations and an exceptional guest experience.
- Analyse maintenance performance, recommend improvements, and drive continuous operational excellence.
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