Working across both Stamford Grand Adelaide and Stamford Plaza Adelaide
* Permanent full-time position.
* Monday to Friday with the occasional weekend required.
About Us
Stamford Hotels and Resorts, a part of the Stamford Group, manages the Group’s portfolio of luxury premium hotels located in Australia. The hotel portfolio consists of nearly 1800 rooms and over 600 employees. In addition to the hotels, the Stamford Group owns a portfolio of premium commercial office properties internationally and is involved in the development of high-end luxury residential units in Australia.
At Stamford Hotels and Resorts, we understand that our people are our greatest asset. We strive to retain, develop and reward passionate and success-orientated professionals at all levels. In our pursuit for excellence, we encourage entrepreneurial thinking, challenge the status quo and inculcate a sense of ownership while fostering an environment of transparency, collaboration, respect and integrity among our employees, business partners and the larger community.
About The Role
Are you ready to take your engineering leadership to the next level in a high-impact, hands-on role?
We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Area Chief Engineer to lead the maintenance and property enhancement operations across Stamford Plaza Adelaide (335 rooms and suites) and Stamford Grand Adelaide (220 rooms and suites).
This is more than just a maintenance role it's your chance to be at the forefront of exciting transformations.
With a major asset enhancement project kicking off this month and continuing for approximately 1.5 years, you’ll be driving real change helping to modernise and future-proof our properties while maintaining day-to-day operational excellence.
Reporting directly to the Area General Manager and forming a key part of the senior leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the guest experience and the long-term asset strategy of two iconic Adelaide hotels.
You’ll lead and inspire a skilled team of trade professionals and support staff while working shoulder to shoulder with them on the ground.
This is an exceptional opportunity for someone who thrives on responsibility, innovation, and building high-performing teams in a fast-paced, luxury hospitality environment.
Duties And Responsibilities
This is a dynamic, hands on leadership role that offers variety, challenge, and the opportunity to make a real impact.
Key Responsibilities Include
* Lead a major refurbishment project in collaboration with the Area General Manager be at the forefront of a transformative 1.5-year hotel enhancement initiative.
* Inspire and guide your team in planning and executing preventative maintenance and repair work, ensuring our facilities operate at the highest possible standard.
* Drive capital improvement by preparing and managing CAPEX proposals and overseeing project execution from concept to completion.
* Collaborate closely with department heads to minimise operational disruption during maintenance activities, keeping guest experience front and centre.
* Mentor and develop your team, sharing your technical knowledge and elevating the overall skill set of the engineering department.
* Manage external contractors from obtaining quotes and raising purchase orders to supervising onsite work ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency.
* Champion sustainability by designing and implementing innovative solutions to enhance energy efficiency and environmental performance.
* Track and report on performance, including monthly maintenance updates, budgets, and project progress.
* Lead and support project work as required, delivering on-time and on-budget results.
* Promote a strong safety culture, actively engaging in the implementation and monitoring of all Work Health & Safety policies and procedures.
Skills And Experience
You’ll bring a strong technical background, a proactive mindset, and the ability to lead both people and projects in a fast-paced hotel environment.
To Thrive In This Role, You’ll Ideally Have
* A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Maintenance Manager, or at least 5 years in a senior Building or Facilities Manager role—preferably within a high-demand, service-oriented environment.
* Recognised trade qualifications—a must for this hands-on leadership role.
* Tertiary qualifications in electrical or mechanical engineering—highly regarded and a strong advantage.
* Experience in large-scale hotel engineering operations, with a solid understanding of the standards and expectations of a premium hospitality environment.
* A proven track record of managing major CAPEX projects, from planning through to execution.
* Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to motivate, coach, and support diverse teams.
* Familiarity with PMS platforms (Opera preferred) and confidence using Microsoft Office Suite.
* Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with a strong command of English.
* Experience handling administrative responsibilities including budgeting, reporting, and performance management.
* A collaborative, solutions-focused approach with prior experience supervising engineering or maintenance teams.
Attributes
Skills
We’re looking for more than just technical skills we’re after a leader who brings energy, passion, and a commitment to excellence. You’ll thrive in this role if you’re someone who:
* Brings exceptional organisational and leadership skills, with the ability to prioritise and delegate effectively.
* Is highly detail-oriented and naturally skilled at identifying and solving problems before they arise.
* Communicates clearly and confidently, both with your team and across departments.
* Is dependable and responsible, consistently following through and delivering results.
* Performs well under pressure and embraces challenges with a calm, solution-focused mindset.
* Sees tasks through from start to finish, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
* Is a true team player with a collaborative spirit and a positive, can-do attitude.
* Has a genuine passion for hospitality and takes pride in maintaining a five-star guest experience through operational excellence.
* Embodies the Stamford Way, aligning personal values with our commitment to integrity, respect, and excellence.
Culture And Benefits
At Stamford Hotels & Resorts, we believe our people are our greatest asset and we’re committed to creating a positive, rewarding, and supportive workplace.
When you join our team, you’re not just starting a job you’re stepping into a career full of opportunity and growth.
As a Valued Team Member, You’ll Enjoy
* Exciting career development opportunities.
* Generous food, beverage, and accommodation discounts across our properties.
* Staff meals provided while on shift.
* Complimentary dry cleaning for your work attire.
* On-site car parking.
Join a culture that values professionalism, teamwork, and passion and be part of something truly rewarding.
How To Apply
Ready to take the next step? Please send your cover letter and resume showcasing your experience and why you’d be a great fit for this role.
We appreciate your interest in joining Stamford Plaza Adelaide & Stamford Grand Adeliade. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
No recruitment agencies please.
The successful applicant must hold or be willing to obtain a National Police Clearance.
Stamford Hotels and Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please kindly note that we will be running interviews concurrently with the live advertisement.
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