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Chief Engineer

  • Lead and manage the Engineering and Maintenance team.
  • Deliver preventative maintenance programs and oversee day-to-day repairs and capital projects.
  • Ensure all hotel plant, equipment and building services are maintained to a high standard.
  • Manage contractors, permits, compliance documentation and statutory maintenance requirements.
  • Oversee fire safety systems, emergency preparedness and Health & Safety compliance.
  • Monitor maintenance budgets, asset registers and engineering records.
  • Work closely with Front Office and Housekeeping to maximise room availability and guest satisfaction.
  • Drive sustainability initiatives and continuous improvement across the property.
  • Prepare maintenance reports and respond to after-hours emergencies when required.
  • Oversee the maintenance and upkeep of the company's staff accommodation, ensuring timely repairs and compliance with company standards.

You will be an experienced maintenance leader who enjoys solving problems and leading by example.

  • Minimum 3 years experience as a Chief Engineer, Engineering Manager or Senior Maintenance Manager within hospitality, accommodation or commercial facilities.

  • Strong knowledge of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire systems and mechanical services.

  • Excellent understanding of New Zealand Health & Safety requirements.
  • Experience managing contractors, maintenance budgets and compliance documentation.
  • Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
  • A proactive approach with the ability to prioritise competing demands.
  • The flexibility to respond to after-hours emergencies when required.

  • Flexibility to work weekend or public holiday.

  • Full New Zealand working rights.

  • Salary $100,000 - $120,000 per annum depending on experience

Why work for Novotel, Queenstown?

  • Staff meals provided while on shift
  • Uniforms provided, washed and laundered daily.
  • Staff Accommodation available
  • Learn your Way - Access to our Accor Academy so you can Earn while you Learn!
  • Work Your Way - Flexibility to ensure a work life balance!
  • Incredible Accor Heartist Benefits - including discounted Food & Beverage + Accommodation Worldwide
  • Accor's refer-a-friend bonus
  • Accor's Parental Leave Scheme
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program
  • Full time 40 hours per week.

Place of employment is Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
6 Earl St Queenstown

Applicants must hold a valid visa to work in NZ and be able to commit long term to the role

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know.
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