Director of Engineering

Director of Engineering (M/F)

Reporting directly to the Executive Office, you define, lead and implement the hotel’s technical strategy, in strict compliance with Four Seasons standards, regulatory requirements and the Company’s CSR commitments.

Key Responsibilities

1. Leadership and Management Lead, unite and develop a multidisciplinary technical team (maintenance technicians, gardeners, pool technicians, external contractors). Foster a culture of excellence, service and accountability. Ensure continuous training, coaching and skills development across the teams. Guarantee the rigorous application of Four Seasons procedures and all applicable local regulations. Act as a hands‑on, visible, committed and exemplary leader.
2. Operations Management Oversee all preventive, corrective and statutory maintenance operations across the property. Serve as the technical authority in key disciplines: HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems (high and low voltage), fire safety systems, pool hydraulics. Ensure full regulatory compliance and the safety of guests, employees and assets. Optimize the use of the CMMS and continuously improve maintenance programs.
3. Project, Performance and Budget Management Plan, coordinate and oversee major maintenance, renovation and continuous improvement projects. Manage external contractors and ensure compliance with timelines, budgets and Four Seasons quality standards. Contribute to the hotel’s long‑term asset management and capital planning strategy. Prepare, manage and control annual Opex and Capex budgets, define clear priorities and ensure rigorous financial tracking and reporting, while optimizing costs without compromising excellence.
4. Energy Efficiency and CSR Monitor and analyze water, electricity and gas consumption through Group platforms and internal reporting tools. Propose, implement and lead action plans to reduce consumption and improve energy performance. Identify and drive optimization opportunities such as efficiency gains, automation and intelligent scheduling.

Qualifications

• Higher education degree in engineering, maintenance management or an equivalent discipline.
• Minimum 5 to 10 years of proven experience in a Director of Engineering or equivalent senior technical role, ideally within luxury hospitality or a highly complex operating environment.
• Recognized technical expertise across key building systems (HVAC, electrical systems, plumbing, public building regulations, fire safety systems, CMMS).
• Strong people‑leader with excellent organizational, communication and crisis‑management skills.
• Deep awareness of CSR, sustainability and energy performance, supported by analytical and data‑driven decision‑making.
• Fluency in French and professional English.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enabling effective interaction with Executive Management, operational teams and external partners.
• Service‑oriented with a guest‑centric mindset and a commitment to operational excellence.