Chief Engineer

At Seven Seas Hotel, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional guest experiences. As a premier property in the hospitality industry, we understand that behind every perfectly functioning room and facility is a skilled and dedicated engineering team. We are currently seeking a Chief Engineer to lead our Engineering & Maintenance department.

Job Summary:

The Chief Engineer is responsible for managing all aspects of the hotel's physical operations, including maintenance, repair, and improvement of the property’s facilities, equipment, and systems. This role ensures safety, compliance, and the highest level of operational efficiency to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our guests and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of the engineering team and outside contractors.
• Oversee maintenance of all hotel systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and fire/life safety systems.
• Perform routine inspections of guest rooms, public areas, back-of-house, and equipment to ensure everything is functioning properly and up to standard.
• Maintain all mechanical equipment, boilers, pumps, air-conditioning, and refrigeration systems.
• Respond promptly to guest requests and ensure maintenance issues are resolved quickly and efficiently.
• Manage preventative maintenance program to reduce downtime and extend the life of equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including health, safety, and fire codes.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, including labor, supplies, and capital expenses.
• Train and develop the engineering team, ensuring high levels of skill, productivity, and safety awareness.
• Coordinate renovation and remodeling projects as needed.
• Maintain records for work orders, preventive maintenance logs, and safety inspections.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as Chief Engineer or Engineering Manager in a hotel or resort setting.
• Minimum 15-25 years of hands-on maintenance experience, preferably in hospitality.
• Solid knowledge of building systems (electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing).
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with OSHA, ADA, EPA, and fire/life/safety codes.
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays as needed.
• HVAC, EPA, or other relevant certifications strongly preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹150,000.00 - ₹200,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided

Application Question(s):

• What is your current/last CTC?

Experience:

• Chief Engineer: 8 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person