Join our team as Chief Engineer/Maintenance Manager at our Pestana Hotel Group unit located in Brussels!
Location: Brussels, Belgium
About us:
Pestana Hotel Group is Portugal's largest international hotel group, renowned for its more than 100 hotels across 17 countries spanning 4 continents. With 12,000 rooms and over 5,000 employees, we host more than 3 million guests annually.
What You Will Be Doing:
As Maintenance Manager, you will oversee the maintenance and operational integrity of all hotel facilities. Through a detailed maintenance planning you make sure the maintenance of the hotel building is being taken care of. This pivotal role reports directly and collaborates closely with the General Manager of the hotel.
Your key responsibilities will be:
* Manage the overall maintenance of the hotel, ensuring facilities are in optimal condition
* Supervise (sub)contractors' execution of repair and maintenance tasks
* Develop, implement, and monitor maintenance schedules and priorities
* Manage departmental budgets and expenses
* Adjust the building management system for comfort, air quality, and temperature control
* Procure materials and manage inventory
* Provide monthly reports on gas, water, and electricity consumption
* Coordinate technical activities with other hotel departments
* Oversee safety protocols including IDPBW organisation, Legionella Management, and Comprehensive Risk Assessments
We Value Individuals Who:
* Have had previous experience in a hotel environment, preferably as (Assistant) Chief Engineer
* Have technical expertise, ideally with a background in electrical engineering
* Have knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations
* Have a hands-on approach with a proactive and positive attitude
* Have strong problem-solving and communication skills
* Are fluent in English and in French; proficiency in an additional foreign language is an advantage
* Are eligible to work and already live in Belgium
We Offer:
* Initial annual contract with potential for permanent employment
* Competitive salary aligned with collective labour agreement for hospitality in Belgium
* Bonus scheme following Pestana Hotel Group’s guidelines