Assistant Chief Engineer

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About the Company:

Zolostays

About Z Hotels:

Z Hotels

Role Overview:

The Chief Engineer will be responsible for overseeing end-to-end engineering operations for hotel properties, ensuring optimal functionality of all MEP systems, safety compliance, preventive maintenance, and smooth day-to-day technical operations. This role plays a critical part in pre-opening projects as well as ongoing asset management.

Key Responsibilities:

1)Pre-Opening Phase:

● Oversee MEP installations, testing, commissioning, and snag rectification.

● Coordinate with contractors, project teams, and vendors to ensure timely delivery of all engineering works.

● Prepare engineering SOPs, checklists, and preventive maintenance schedules.

● Assess and approve all engineering-related material, equipment, and AMC requirements.

● Conduct pre-opening safety audits (fire, electrical, HVAC, STP/WTP, etc.) Engineering Operations.

● Manage daily hotel engineering operations including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.

● Ensure uninterrupted services (power, water, gas, safety systems) across the property.

● Lead preventive and corrective maintenance activities for all equipment.

● Monitor and optimize HLP (Heat, Light & Power) consumption across the property.

● Ensure 100% compliance with safety, legal, and statutory requirements.

2) Team Management:

● Lead, train, and mentor the engineering team.

● Ensure timely rostering, work allocation, and skill development.

● Establish a culture of safety, accountability, and high standards. Vendor & AMC Management

● Manage all engineering vendors and service contracts.

● Prepare and monitor AMC schedules, renewals, and performance.

● Ensure cost-effective engineering operations without compromising quality. Emergency & Safety Management

● Take full responsibility for the hotel’s emergency preparedness (fire systems, alarms, panels, hydrants).

● Lead emergency drills and safety training.

● Handle technical breakdowns with quick decision-making and minimal downtime.

3) Educational & Skill Requirements:

● BE/BTech in Electrical Engineering (Mandatory)

● Strong technical knowledge of: ○ HVAC Systems ○ Fire Safety Systems ○ Electrical Panels & Load Distribution ○ STP/WTP Operations ○ Preventive Maintenance Systems

● Ability to handle 100+ rooms or multiple sites preferred.

● Strong budget planning, cost control, and vendor management skills.

4) Experience Requirements:

● 8-10 years of hospitality engineering experience.

● Prior experience as Assistant Chief Engineer or Chief Engineer in 4/5-star hotel chains such as Lemon Tree, Marriott, Hilton, Radisson, etc.

● Experience with Pre-opening properties is highly preferred.

5) Personal Traits:

● Strong ownership and accountability.

● Problem-solving mindset with high attention to detail.

● Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines.

● Leadership qualities with excellent coordination and communication skills.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a

  fast-growing hospitality vertical

  with strong backing and vision
• Opportunity to lead

  large-scale projects and pre-opening properties

• High ownership, autonomy, and impact in decision-making
• Work culture focused on

  growth, innovation, and people development

• Competitive compensation with long-term career progression.