Accor / Ennismore (The Hoxton)
Position Overview & Role Purpose:
Are you an experienced engineering leader with a passion for building maintenance, sustainability, and operational excellence in hospitality? The Hoxton (part of Accor and Ennismore) is seeking a dedicated Chief Engineer to lead its property maintenance and technical operations team in Dublin, Ireland.
In this crucial leadership role, you will be fully responsible for overseeing the hotel’s physical plant, mechanical and electrical systems, preventive maintenance programs, life safety compliance, contractor management, and engineering team development.
About the Organization (Accor / Ennismore):
Ennismore is a creative hospitality company rooted in culture and community, with a global collective of lifestyle brands—including The Hoxton—that are part of Accor. The Hoxton is known for its open-house lobbies, vibrant neighborhood culture, and beautifully designed design-forward rooms.
Key Responsibilities & Engineering Management Duties:
1. Facilities Maintenance & Technical Operations:
– Direct the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and repair of all hotel equipment, HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical networks, and structural assets.
– Implement and manage robust preventive maintenance schedules to minimize equipment downtime and preserve asset value.
– Oversee property aesthetic upkeep, room touch-ups, public space repairs, and back-of-house maintenance.
2. Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance:
– Ensure strict compliance with local Irish building codes, health and safety regulations, fire safety protocols, and statutory environmental standards.
– Manage water hygiene, lift safety, and regular technical testing audits.
– Drive sustainability initiatives to optimize energy consumption and reduce the hotel’s carbon footprint.
3. Team Leadership & Contractor Management:
– Lead, mentor, and schedule the hotel engineering team, fostering a culture of safety, collaboration, and high performance.
– Source, negotiate, and oversee external contractors, vendors, and specialized service providers.
– Manage the engineering departmental budget, track operating expenses, and oversee capital expenditure (CapEx) project planning.
Qualifications, Required Experience & Core Competencies:
– Academic Credentials:
* Degree or formal technical certification in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services, or Facilities Management.
– Professional Experience:
* Minimum 5 to 7 years of engineering experience, with at least 2 to 3 years in a Chief Engineer or senior technical leadership role within a hotel, resort, or large-scale hospitality environment.
– Skills & Personal Attributes:
* Comprehensive technical knowledge of building automation, BMS systems, HVAC, and MEP infrastructure.
* Strong leadership, crisis management, vendor negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
* Authorized to work in Ireland/EU; professional fluency in written and spoken English is required.
Compensation & Benefits Package:
– Competitive salary package aligned with hospitality industry standards in Ireland.
– Comprehensive health and medical insurance coverage.
– Employee discount programs across Ennismore and Accor’s global hotel and restaurant portfolio.
– Pension plan contributions and statutory employment benefits under Irish labor law.
– Professional development opportunities within a dynamic global lifestyle hospitality collective.
To apply for this job please visit careers.accor.com.