Engineering Supervisor

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! You will support the Chief Engineer in ensuring the smooth operation of all engineering functions, including hotel systems, plant and equipment, team management, sub-contractors, and maintenance of property structure and assets. As an Engineering Supervisor, you’re not just overseeing the daily operations of physical building and systems maintenance and repairs – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

What will I be doing?

This role involves:

• Ensure facility safety and compliance:  Support the maintenance of the hotel’s buildings, mechanical systems, electrical systems, HVAC, and life safety systems, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
• Supervise maintenance operations:  Assign and oversee daily maintenance tasks, ensuring thorough documentation of completed work in the property management system.
• Supervise and develop the team:  Train, schedule, and supervise maintenance team members, providing guidance and support to ensure high-quality work and performance
• Oversee contractor work:  Supervise external contractors and inspect completed work for quality and compliance
• Respond to service requests:  Ensure maintenance requests, guest concerns, and emergency situations are addressed promptly and efficiently
• Supervise and develop the team:  Train, schedule, and supervise maintenance team members, providing guidance and support to ensure high-quality work and performance
• Equipment Maintenance & Efficiency:  Repair and maintain all hotel systems and equipment, ensuring efficiency and informing management about deficiencies and stock control needs.
• Cost Management:  Adhere to departmental operating expenses, evaluate products for reuse, monitor stock levels, and ensure the operation runs according to budgets and profit margins.

What are we looking for?

The successful candidate for this role will bring:

• HVAC, Electrical, or Plumbing/Gas Fitter trade-qualified advantageous
• Must have sound general Engineering knowledge and trade background
• At least 5 years in a Service Technician position or similar position with working experience in a 5-star hotel.
• Competency in the use of all hand tools, power tools and equipment
• Knowledge of fire panels, sprinklers, emergency lights and fire pumps
• Flexible full-time availability to work morning and evening shifts
• Familiarly with hotel engineering equipment maintenance and repairs
• Sound communication and coordination skills
• Proficient in English to meet business needs
• Eligibility to lawfully work in New Zealand

Benefits

As a Hilton team members you can expect to receive:

• Team member and Friends & Family discount on global Hilton room rates
• Discounts of up to 25% on products and services in participating Hilton outlets
• Access to Hilton University training, offering more than 2500 learning programs
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career development opportunities
• Complimentary staff meals whilst on duty
• Laundered dry cleaning services

We are looking for the exceptional applicants who are passionate about the hospitality industry and values being part of a supportive team. If you feel you are suitable for this role, please click "Apply"