Hilton İstanbul Airport will be the first Hilton brand at the Airport zone in Türkiye with 485 rooms and three F&B venues.

We are looking for the Chief Engineer for this unique property

What will I be doing?
As Chief Engineer, you are responsible for the effective management of all engineering and maintenance operations within the hotel, including energy conservation. You are also responsible for the development of the Engineering Team and staying abreast of compliance regulations and procedures in the field of Engineering, as required for hotel standards. Specifically, a Chief Engineer will perform the following tasks to the highest standards:

Lead the Engineering Team in the day-to-day engineering and maintenance operations of the hotel, including service standards, equipment schedules, and work schedules

Communicate with Housekeeping to coordinate and prioritize maintenance activities for guest rooms and public areasDevelop systems and procedures to ensure the health and safety of Guests and Team Members, as well as the proper conditions for plants, machinery, and propertyCommunicate with Government agencies to ensure full compliance with statutory regulationsPrepare Capital and Repairs and Maintenance budgets for EngineeringPerform daily checks around the hotelConduct lift emergency release procedures as requiredDiagnose, maintain, and repair mechanical equipment within the hotelEnsure good relationships are built with internal and external customersMaintenance of all hotel fixtures and fittings to ensure they are in safe condition and take action when any unsafe situations ariseDevelop, implement, and direct all emergency programsDevelop, implement and manage energy conservation programs for the property to minimize expenses          Coordinate renovation bidding, define the cost and scope of the project, and oversee the general contractor and subcontractors to ensure quality work is performed cost effectivelyPerform special projects and other responsibilities as assignedIdentify and introduce environmentally-friendly systems and equipmentMonitor Key Performance Indicators for the Engineering Department and take corrective action, as required, to improve equipment inventory, quality audit, productivity, and other objectivesManage all Team Member related activities, including recruitment, performance management, training, career planning, disciplinary matters, and team motivation

What are we looking for?

A Chief Engineer serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

\n\nAdvanced knowledge of building management/engineering\nA degree in Engineering or similar\nExposure to budgeting and basic accounting\nPositive attitude\nGood communication skills - good command of Turkish and English\nCommitted to delivering a high level of customer service\nStrong leadership skills and previous experience of managing a team\nAbility to work on their own\nPrevious experience of facilities management\nProficient, at an advanced level, with computers and relevant computer programs

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:\n\n\nFirst Aid\nQualification in engineering field \n\n

What will it be like to work for Hilton? 

The future of hospitality is bright at Hilton: a leading global hospitality company with a diverse portfolio of world-class brands. Dedicated to filling the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, we have welcomed more than 3 billion guests in our more than 100-year history. Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture, and we are consistently named among one of the World’s Best Workplaces. We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members, so they can Thrive, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as workplace flexibility, career growth and development, and our Go Hilton Team Member Travel discount program. Hilton prioritizes understanding and integrating our Team Members’ unique perspectives and voices—along with those of our Guests, Owners, Suppliers, and Partners—to cultivate a diverse and inclusive environment for all. Check out the Hilton Careers blog and Instagram to learn more about what it’s like to be on Team Hilton!