Chief Engineer

About the role

Pullman Sydney Airport, a 5-star hotel in Mascot Business Park with 229 rooms and suites, is looking for an experienced Chief Engineer to lead its Engineering team and keep the hotel running safely and efficiently. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will oversee all Engineering and Maintenance operations, lead a team of two Duty Technicians and ensure compliance with workplace health and safety and fire safety requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and support the Engineering team, plan preventative maintenance, reactive repairs and daily engineering activities, and handle maintenance emergencies with minimal disruption.
• Ensure compliance with WHS, fire safety and regulatory requirements, maintain accurate maintenance records and inspection reports, and oversee contractor safety, compliance and performance.
• Improve energy efficiency, water conservation and environmental sustainability, monitor building systems and support asset protection and long-term maintenance planning.
• Prepare CAPEX proposals, oversee approved projects, liaise with owners, contractors and service providers, and coordinate engineering projects for quality, cost efficiency and minimal disruption.
• Work with all hotel departments to resolve maintenance matters quickly, advise the General Manager on technical matters and keep guests comfortable and safe.

Required profile

• A relevant trade qualification in Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical or a related technical discipline.
• Previous experience leading an Engineering or Maintenance team, ideally in a large multi-storey hotel, resort or complex building.
• Demonstrated experience in contractor management, WHS and fire safety compliance.
• Availability to respond to critical emergency maintenance outside normal hours, such as power failures and fire system resets.

Required skills

• Strong technical knowledge of building services, preventative maintenance and hotel engineering operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

What we offer

• Discounted accommodation and food and beverage worldwide from day one.
• Complimentary car parking and dry cleaning.
• Annual service recognition and tenure milestone celebrations.
• Industry-leading leave policies and access to the employee assistance program.