About Novotel Surfers Paradise…

Novotel Surfers Paradise is located in the heart of Surfers Paradise, with excellent shopping, entertainment & nightlife areas all close by. The hotel features 408 well-appointed rooms, along with a variety of dining options including: The Restaurant, Blvd Cafe and Bar, pool bar and in-room dining.

We offer a relaxed, family friendly workplace. For those wanting to unwind we offer a heated outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts, basketball & netball court, BBQ area, gym and kids’ corner. For our conferencing & events guests we have 6 modern function rooms available, accommodating up to 500 delegates.

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Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for engineering excellence, hotel operations and creating exceptional guest experiences?

Novotel Surfers Paradise is seeking an experienced and motivated Chief Engineer to lead the Engineering Department and ensure our hotel facilities, infrastructure and assets are maintained to the highest standards of safety, compliance, efficiency and presentation.

This is a key leadership role within the hotel, responsible for protecting and enhancing our physical assets while driving operational excellence, sustainability initiatives and team performance.

About the role...

Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will oversee all aspects of hotel engineering, maintenance, compliance and capital works. You will lead a dedicated engineering team, manage contractors and suppliers, and ensure a safe, efficient and well-maintained environment for guests, Heartists and visitors.

As a member of the Hotel Executive Team, you will contribute strategically to achieving business objectives while supporting Accor's culture, values and guest service standards.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and manage the day-to-day operation of the Engineering Department.
- Develop and execute preventative maintenance programs across all hotel assets.
- Ensure compliance with all WH&S;, fire safety, environmental and statutory requirements.
- Oversee maintenance of:
- HVAC systems




- Electrical infrastructure
- Plumbing and hydraulic systems
- Fire protection systems
- Building Management Systems (BMS)
- Commercial kitchen and laundry equipment
- Guest rooms and public areas
- Pools, spa and recreational facilities
- Lifts and escalators
- Manage maintenance budgets, utilities and capital expenditure projects.
- Lead sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives.
- Manage contractors, service providers and supplier relationships.
- Participate in strategic planning and hotel leadership initiatives.
- Ensure all engineering activities support an exceptional guest experience.

MUST HAVE FULL WORKING RIGHTS IN AUSTRALIA, WE ARE NOT PROVIDING SPONORSHIP!

Qualifications

- Strong technical expertise in building services, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general maintenance within a hotel or commercial property environment.
- Experience leading engineering or maintenance teams, including staff scheduling, performance management, and contractor supervision.
- Working knowledge of workplace health and safety regulations, building codes, and compliance standards relevant to hospitality and facilities management.
- Demonstrated skills in preventive maintenance planning, asset management, and record-keeping for inspections, certifications, and service logs.
- Ability to analyze technical issues, troubleshoot equipment faults, and implement practical, timely solutions with minimal disruption to operations.
- Proficiency in using building management systems (BMS), maintenance management software, and basic computer applications (e.g., MS Office).
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with hotel leadership, frontline teams, vendors, and external service providers.
- Proven experience managing maintenance budgets, tracking costs, and identifying opportunities for energy efficiency and cost savings.
- Relevant trade qualification or degree in engineering, building services, or a related field; additional certifications in WHS or compliance are an advantage.
- Prior experience in hospitality, resorts.

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