Chief Engineer

Company Description

Are you an experienced Engineering professional ready to take the next step in your career?

At Pullman Sydney Airport, we are looking for a passionate, proactive and hands-on Chief Engineer to lead our Engineering team and ensure our hotel continues to deliver exceptional standards of safety, comfort and operational excellence.

This is an exciting opportunity for a strong leader who enjoys solving challenges, driving continuous improvement and making a meaningful difference to the guest and team member experience.

About Pullman Sydney Airport

Located in the heart of Mascot Business Park, just a short walk from Mascot train station, Pullman Sydney Airport is a contemporary 5-star hotel featuring 229 stylish rooms and suites, modern facilities and our signature Mobius Bar & Grill.

As part of Accor, a pacific hospitality leader, we are committed to creating memorable guest experiences while providing our Heartists with opportunities to grow, develop and succeed.

Job Description

Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will oversee the hotel’s Engineering and Maintenance operations, leading a team of two Duty Technicians. This hands-on leadership role requires strong technical expertise, effective communication and a commitment to safety, efficiency and guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the Engineering team in daily operations.

• Manage preventative maintenance, repairs and emergency maintenance.

• Ensure compliance with WHS, fire safety and regulatory requirements.

• Oversee contractors, inspections, maintenance records and audits.

• Implement energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives.

• Manage engineering projects, CAPEX proposals and asset maintenance.

• Monitor maintenance costs and identify operational improvements.

• Work closely with hotel departments to ensure guest comfort and safety.

• Provide monthly maintenance reports and technical recommendations to the General Manager.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Relevant trade qualification in Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical or a related field.

• Previous leadership experience in hotel engineering, maintenance or building facilities.

• Strong knowledge of building systems, preventative maintenance and technical operations.

• Experience in contractor management, WHS and fire safety compliance.

• Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced hotel environment.

• A proactive, hands-on and solutions-focused approach.

• Flexibility to respond to critical maintenance emergencies outside normal working hours when required.

Additional Information

At Accor, we believe Hospitality is a Work of Heart.

By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write, and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality.

Benefits Your Way

• Work alongside experienced hospitality leaders.
• Endless career opportunities across Accor's global network.
• Discounted accommodation and Food & Beverage worldwide from day one.
• Access to the Accor Employee Assistance Program.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit, and promote diverse talent. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process to support all applicants.

Be the leader who keeps our hotel running smoothly while the city sleeps. Apply today and become part of the Pullman Sydney Airport family.