Chief Engineer | Pre-Opening Luxury HotelThe EQ Hotel - Elizabeth Quay, PerthWA
The EQ Hotel is seeking an experienced and hands-on Chief Engineer to join our Executive Leadership team ahead of the opening of Perth's newest luxury hotel.This is a unique opportunity to lead the Engineering function from pre-opening through to operations, overseeing the commissioning, maintenance, compliance, and long-term asset protection of a landmark hospitality development.Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Chief Engineer will lead all Engineering and Maintenance operations across the hotel, ensuring the safety, comfort, and satisfaction of guests and team members while protecting the hotel's physical assets and infrastructure.
About the RoleAs part of the pre-opening leadership team, you will play a key role in operational readiness, contractor coordination, defect management, system commissioning, compliance, and the establishment of maintenance programs and engineering standards.Following opening, you will lead all engineering operations, ensuring the effective management of building services, plant equipment, life safety systems, preventative maintenance programs, contractor management, and capital projects.This is a hands-on leadership role within a 24/7 luxury hospitality setting.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead all Engineering and Maintenance operations across the hotelSupport pre-opening activities including commissioning, defects management, contractor coordination, and operational readinessEstablish preventative maintenance programs, asset registers, compliance systems, and engineering workflowsEnsure all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, building management, and life safety systems operate safely and efficientlyOversee maintenance activities using internal engineering resources and external contractorsManage plant rooms, back-of-house infrastructure,



public areas, guest rooms, and operational facilitiesLead statutory testing, compliance inspections, emergency systems testing, and certification requirementsManage contractor performance, permits, inductions, and safety complianceDevelop and manage engineering budgets, CAPEX projects, maintenance planning, and asset protection strategiesMonitor engineering performance, costs, and operational efficiencySupport sustainability, energy management, and ESG initiativesLead emergency response activities and support business continuity planning
About YouTrade qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, Building Services, or a related discipline preferredPrevious experience leading Engineering or Maintenance operations within hotels, resorts, large mixed-use developments, or complex facilitiesPre-opening hotel experience highly regardedStrong understanding of building services, plant operations, compliance, and asset managementExperience with BMS, maintenance management systems, and operational technology platformsDemonstrated leadership experience managing technical teams, contractors, and service providersStrong commercial acumen with experience managing budgets and capital expenditureExcellent stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skillsAbility to lead operationally while maintaining a strategic focusValid Australian work rights
Why Join The EQ Hotel?
Be part of a luxury hotel pre-opening from day oneJoin the leadership team of a landmark hospitality developmentOpportunity to shape engineering operations, systems, and standards from the ground upLead a diverse and technically complex operationCompetitive remuneration package and long-term career opportunity
If you are an experienced hospitality engineering leader looking to play a key role in delivering one of Perth's most exciting hotel openings, we would love to hear from you.

📌 Chief Engineer | Pre-Opening Luxury Hotel (Perth)
🏢 The EQ Hotel, Perth, WA
📍 Perth