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About the Role
NH Collection Sydney is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Chief Engineer to lead the hotel's engineering and maintenance operations during pre-opening and beyond. You will be responsible for ensuring the property is maintained to the highest standards while delivering a safe, efficient and exceptional environment for guests and team members.
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee the hotel's engineering and maintenance operations.
- Ensure the reliable, safe and efficient performance of all hotel facilities and technical systems.
- Manage preventative maintenance programs, repairs, refurbishments and technical projects.
- Ensure full compliance with statutory, fire, health and safety requirements.
- Conduct regular inspections of guest rooms, public areas, back-of-house facilities and plant rooms.
- Prepare and manage engineering budgets, including payroll, operational expenditure and project costs.
- Monitor and improve energy and water consumption through sustainability initiatives.
- Manage external contractors and service providers to ensure quality, compliance and value.
- Lead, coach and develop the engineering team to create a collaborative and high-performing culture.
- Support all pre-opening engineering activities, project coordination and operational readiness planning.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Chief Engineer, Maintenance Manager or senior engineering leader within a hotel environment.
- Experience working within premium, luxury or upper-upscale hotels.
- Strong technical knowledge across building systems, maintenance operations and asset management.
- Demonstrated experience managing compliance, safety and risk requirements.
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, contractors and capital projects.
- A hands-on leadership style with the ability to solve problems and remain composed under pressure.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management and team development skills.
- Experience managing refurbishments, asset improvement projects and contractor relationships.
- Currently, we are only accepting applications from candidates who have working rights within Australia or New Zealand.
Skills
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Building systems
- Maintenance operations
- Asset management
- Compliance
- Safety
- Risk management
- Budget management
- Contractor management
- Capital project management
- Problem-solving
- Communication
- Stakeholder management
- Team development
Location
- Sydney
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Senior
Education Level
- Formal qualifications in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline will be highly regarded.
Benefits
- Career Growth: Learning and development programs to boost your career.
- Exclusive Hotel Deals: 50% off stays at Minor Hotels in Australasia; 20% off for friends and family.
- Global Perks: International accommodation discounts across our hotel brands.
- Retail Rewards: Cashback and discounts at 400+ top retailers in AU/NZ.
- Experiences: Discounted entertainment and activities.
- Banking and Insurance: Exclusive health insurance offers and workplace banking benefits.
- Wellness Boost: EAP and tailored wellness support
About the Company
- As part of Minor Hotels’ continued growth in the region, NH Collection is launching in Australasia with a striking new luxury property in Sydney, bringing refined European hospitality, elevated design and world‑class service to one of the region’s most dynamic cities.
- Minor Hotels is an international hotel owner, operator and investor, currently with a diverse portfolio of over 560 properties. Through our Anantara, Avani, Elewana, Oaks, NH Hotels, NH Collection, nhow and TIVOLI properties, Minor Hotels operates in 50+ countries across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe and South America.
- Our people drive the success of our business; We are a dynamic organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences. We invest in your skills and foster a workplace culture that celebrates innovation, collaboration, and personal growth.