Head Of Engineering and Facilities

Area/Location: Franschhoek, Cape Town

Head Of Engineering and Facilities

A luxury hospitality group renowned for sophisticated escapes and unique guest experiences is offering an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, solutions-driven individual. This role requires an efficient professional who thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments and is committed to operational excellence and exceptional service delivery.

Role Overview:

The Head of Engineering and Facilities will oversee all aspects of maintenance operations across multiple sites, ensuring strategic planning, team leadership, and optimal performance. The position involves managing facilities, developing preventative maintenance programs, and upholding safety and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain all areas related to maintenance to support effective hotel operations
• Plan, supervise, and execute maintenance and service schedules for equipment and fleet vehicles
• Coordinate closely with Hotel Managers, the Group Operational Manager, and Department Heads to resolve maintenance requests promptly with proper documentation and feedback
• Develop and implement a preventative maintenance program aligned with safety legislation, warranties, and industry best practices
• Ensure safe and secure usage of all equipment
• Lead, train, and develop the maintenance team to enhance required technical skills
• Oversee timely repair and reinstatement of malfunctioning equipment
• Maintain adequate stock levels of frequently used equipment and supplies
• Keep accurate records for inspections, stock control, and purchasing
• Source competitive quotes from reliable suppliers and establish a network of approved service providers
• Prepare annual maintenance budgets, including procurement of machinery and capital expenditure planning
• Enforce and uphold health and safety standards consistently across all sites

Required Experience and Skills:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a Facilities or Maintenance Manager role
• Experience in hotel or property maintenance preferred
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated ability in planning, process execution, and service delivery
• Experience in CAPEX and operational budgeting
• Proven track record in preventative maintenance planning and implementation
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality; ability to drive innovation and results
• Skilled in cross-functional teamwork and building high-performing teams
• Experience managing large teams

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric certificate
• Tertiary qualification in Facilities, Maintenance, Engineering, or a related field is beneficial
• Valid drivers license