Chief Hotel Engineer

Grow with us... Life at Starwood Hotels is based on a simple idea: the world is beautiful, and we want to keep it that way. But we can’t do it alone. That’s why collaboration and partnership are so important to us, especially when it comes to designing responsible, safe and secure buildings, grounds and physical plants.

We’re currently searching for a seriously responsible, highly focused Chief Hotel Engineer for our Treehouse Hotels Manchester to provide support and expertise to the engineering team. So, if you consider yourself to be a facilities-guru, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities include:

• Ongoing repair and maintenance of the entire hotel and F&B facilities including the physical building structure, all mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems, and related equipment in accordance with energy conservation and preventative maintenance programs.
• Maintains effective Energy Management and continuously looks for energy efficient solutions and innovative projects.
• Regularly lead, mentor and coordinate activities of the engineering staff engaged in maintaining and repairing the physical structure of the building promptly and efficiently to the required standard.
• Conduct regular departmental meetings, performance evaluations and ensure ongoing development of the Engineering team to ensure effective communication and standards are adhered to in the department.
• Oversee departmental budget under the direction of the Hotel General Manager, including forecasting, budgeting, capital planning and proposals to ensure ongoing maintenance of the hotel.
• Ensure all local, state and federal law compliance and building codes are adhered to.
• Lead the hotels Fire Safety & Emergency Evacuation Teams.

About you...

• Min. of ten (10) years’ experience in a senior Engineering role, with a min. 5 years Managerial experience.
• Prior hospitality experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements as they relate to the hotel and chemical storage as per OSHA.
• Possess a LEED-GA certification or obtain within the 1st year of employment.
• Excels at communication, both verbal and written.
• Is flexible and willing to meet the demands of a 24-hour operation.

About us...

Within Treehouse Manchester, every detail is imagined through the carefree, optimistic lens of childhood and balanced with a distinctly modern sensibility. With attentive service, locally inspired fun amenities, thoughtful programming, and reimagined culinary delights curated by celebrated local chefs Sam Grainger and Mary-Ellen McTague. There will be two restaurants, as well as a panoramic rooftop bar and a secret hideaway to explore. We are about playfulness and freedom.

Our culture is caring and thoughtful, and we deliver good-natured and informed service, perfectly executed to evoke a sense of fulfilment and well-being. As a part of our team, you can look forward to activities and perks that drive your passion for nature such as:

• Designed by Nature work environment.
• Inclusive & equitable work environment for all.
• Team Member recognition programs.
• Pay it Forward: a day annually to volunteer & plus hotel organised volunteer opportunities throughout the year.
• Earth day giving back activities.
• Cycle Schemes.
• Mental Health Training and collaborators with So Let’s Talk, Coin & Co & more.
• Life Harmony: a refreshed look at agility working.
• Health & Wellness programs throughout the year.
• Discounts across our properties and venues worldwide for all team members.
• Paid Breaks for leaders.
• Enhance holidays- Up to 33 days for all.
• Optional private medical schemes with optical and dental.
• Paid sickness absence for all.
• Increased pension scheme offering.
• Career Advancement: We’re growing rapidly and with growth comes advancement opportunities (around the globe)!
• Wagestream financial planning services.
• Recommend and friend schemes.
• Free food on shift in the best team heart-of-house spaces in Manchester.

It's 1 World. Creating a culture of inclusivity is our responsibility as human beings—to each other, and to the 1 beautiful world we share. We stand together in our pledge to grow diverse and equitable representation for everyone in our growing community of team members, guests, and partners.

Starwood Hotels is an Equal Opportunity Employer.