Assistant Chief Engineer

Job Title : Assistant Chief Engineer - Z Hotels

Location : HSR Layout, Bengaluru, Karnataka.

Salary Package : 8-12LPA

Industry : Hotel

Key Responsibilities :

Pre-Opening Phase

Oversee MEP installations, testing, commissioning, and snag rectification.

Coordinate with contractors, project teams, and vendors to ensure timely delivery of all engineering works.

Prepare engineering SOPs, checklists, and preventive maintenance schedules.

Assess and approve all engineering-related material, equipment, and AMC requirements.

Conduct pre-opening safety audits (fire, electrical, HVAC, STP / WTP, etc.)

Engineering Operations

Manage daily hotel engineering operations including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems.

Ensure uninterrupted services (power, water, gas, safety systems) across the property.

Lead preventive and corrective maintenance activities for all equipment.

Monitor and optimize HLP (Heat, Light & Power) consumption across the property.

Ensure 100% compliance with safety, legal, and statutory requirements.

Team Management

Lead, train, and mentor the engineering team.

Ensure timely rostering, work allocation, and skill development.

Establish a culture of safety, accountability, and high standards.

Vendor & AMC Management

Manage all engineering vendors and service contracts.

Prepare and monitor AMC schedules, renewals, and performance.

Ensure cost-effective engineering operations without compromising quality.

Emergency & Safety Management

Take full responsibility for the hotel’s emergency preparedness (fire systems, alarms, panels, hydrants).

Lead emergency drills and safety training.

Handle technical breakdowns with quick decision-making and minimal downtime.

Educational & Skill Requirements

BE / BTech in Electrical Engineering (Mandatory)

Strong technical knowledge of :

HVAC Systems

Fire Safety Systems

Electrical Panels & Load Distribution

STP / WTP Operations

Preventive Maintenance Systems

Ability to handle 100+ rooms or multiple sites preferred.

Strong budget planning, cost control, and vendor management skills.

Experience Requirements

8-10 years of hospitality engineering experience.

Prior experience as Assistant Chief Engineer or Chief Engineer in 4 / 5-star hotel chains such as Lemon Tree, Marriott, Hilton, Radisson, etc.

Experience with pre-opening properties is highly preferred.

Personal Traits

Strong ownership and accountability.

Problem-solving mindset with high attention to detail.

Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines.

Leadership qualities with excellent coordination and communication skills.