Chief Engineer | Paros

About Us Empiria Group owns, manages, and operates a distinctive collection of luxury hotels and villas, members of The Luxury Collection and Design Hotels™ by Marriott International , located in some of Greece's most iconic destinations: Santorini, Paros, and the Peloponnese .

With more than 30 years of expertise and a team of over 400 associates , Empiria Group is driven by a shared purpose: to create space for joy through elevated hospitality experiences . Our culture is shaped by four core values — finding joy, always elevating, exuding passion, and leading with purpose — guiding everything we do.

At Empiria Group, hospitality is more than a profession. It is a craft, a mindset, and a journey of continuous growth.

Role Overview The Chief Engineer will oversee technical operations and maintenance across our Paros properties. This role ensures all hotel systems, facilities, and infrastructure function smoothly, supporting a seamless and comfortable experience for guests while leading and developing the maintenance team.

Key Accountabilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership of all engineering and maintenance functions across the properties, ensuring the reliability, safety, and optimal performance of all technical systems and infrastructure
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve preventive maintenance programs that protect the assets, extend equipment lifecycle, and minimize operational disruptions
• Ensure seamless, proactive resolution of technical issues, prioritizing guest comfort, safety, and uninterrupted service delivery at all times
• Lead, mentor, and develop the engineering team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, technical excellence, and strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards
• Ensure full compliance with all statutory regulations, certifications, and internal standards, maintaining readiness for audits, inspections, and emergency situations
• Partner closely with Operations, Housekeeping, and Front Office teams to anticipate technical needs, align maintenance priorities with occupancy and guest flow, and enhance overall guest experience
• Monitor departmental performance through KPIs, maintenance reports, and cost controls, driving efficiency, sustainability, and continuous improvement
• Support sustainability initiatives by optimizing energy consumption, water usage, and waste management, contributing to responsible and cost-effective hotel operations

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering, or equivalent technical background
• Minimum 5 years' experience as Chief Engineer or in a similar senior technical role in 5-star hotels, preferably within international or large local hotel groups
• Strong knowledge of hotel systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building management systems
• Excellent command of the English language; additional languages are considered an asset
• Proven leadership, team management, and project planning skills

Candidate's Profile

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, motivate, and develop high-performing teams
• Proactive, hands-on, and solution-oriented technical leader
• Strong ability to collaborate with operations and management teams to ensure exceptional guest experiences
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Benefits At Empiria Group, our hotels are more than workplaces — they are environments where people grow, evolve, and find purpose.

• Staff accommodation with Wi-Fi and air conditioning
• Half-board meal plan (Breakfast & Lunch)
• Continuous training and development opportunities
• Career growth opportunities within Empiria Group and across Marriott International properties worldwide

At Empiria Group we are proud to foster Equal Employment Opportunities regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, or sexual orientation. All applications are considered strictly confidential. After careful consideration of all the resumes received, we will only contact the candidates who meet the requirements of the job to arrange an interview. You provide the Talent! We provide the Space for Opportunity and Growth!