Discover Sofitel Sydney Wentworth – Where Heritage Meets Modern Luxury
Sofitel Sydney Wentworth is the city’s first international five‑star hotel, a landmark of Australian hospitality and a center of culture and creativity in the heart of Sydney. With a rich heritage that continues to shape its character and reputation locally and internationally, the hotel stands as an icon of both hospitality and history.
The property boasts 436 beautifully redesigned rooms and suites, an exclusive executive lounge, 14 versatile event spaces – including one of Sydney’s largest ballrooms – and four award‑winning dining venues that reflect the city’s evolving culinary scene.
Job Description
As Director of Engineering, you will lead the hotel’s engineering and maintenance operations, ensuring that the property is maintained to the highest standard across all guest and back‑of‑house areas. You’ll oversee preventative maintenance, compliance, capital works, contractor management, and asset performance while leading a hands‑on engineering team within a fast‑paced luxury hotel environment. Working closely with senior hotel leadership, you’ll play a key role in protecting the hotel’s legacy while helping shape its future.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
* Leading the overall engineering and maintenance function across the hotel.
* Driving preventative maintenance programs for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical and fire/life safety systems.
* Managing engineering budgets, forecasting, procurement, and stock control.
* Overseeing contractor relationships, compliance, and onsite works.
* Leading projects and capital improvement initiatives.
* Championing WHS compliance and safety culture across the property.
* Maintaining all machinery, asset, and technical documentation.
* Embedding sustainability and energy‑efficiency initiatives across the property.
* Managing risk assessments, emergency procedures, and crisis response planning.
* Partnering closely with operational departments to deliver a flawless guest experience.
* Coaching, mentoring, and developing a high‑performing engineering team and culture.
* Providing hands‑on operational support when required, including shift engineering coverage if needed.
Qualifications
* Experience managing large and complex hotel assets, ideally within premium properties.
* Strong technical knowledge across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, BMS and fire/life safety systems.
* Demonstrated experience leading CAPEX projects.
* Strong understanding of WHS legislation, statutory compliance, and building regulations.
* Excellent contractor, stakeholder and project management capabilities.
* Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
* A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset with strong commercial acumen.
* Qualifications in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering or a related discipline are highly regarded.
* Knowledge of sustainability practices and energy management systems.
* Experience working within heritage or highly regulated environments is advantageous.
Additional Information – Why Join Sofitel Sydney Wentworth?
* Career development opportunities within a globally recognised luxury hospitality brand.
* Ongoing learning and development, working alongside industry leaders.
* Global discounts on accommodation, dining, bars and more across 100+ Accor hotels and partner venues worldwide.
* Generous paid leave entitlements, including birthday leave, exam leave and up to 12 weeks parental leave.
* 30% team‑member dining discount across our signature venues: Tilda, Bar Tilda, Delta Rue and Wentworth Bar.
* Onsite perks including laundered uniforms, complimentary nespresso coffee, $2 barista‑made coffee, a $5 staff lunch buffet, and discounted city parking.
* A complimentary hotel stay package to celebrate your work anniversary.
* Free 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program for confidential wellbeing support.
Our Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion
We are an inclusive company and strive to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. Reasonable adjustments are offered to support applicants. Please note that full working rights in Australia are required for this role.
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