Chief Engineer (Pre-Opening) - Staybridge Suites Phuket Bangtao

About the Company

Be part of something new at Staybridge Suites Phuket Bangtao. Set in Phuket's thriving Bangtao district, surrounded by dining, retail and lifestyle attractions, our new 344-suite extended stay hotel will redefine what it means to feel at home while travelling. With thoughtfully designed guest spaces including The Den community lounge, a swimming pool, fitness centre, self-service laundry, restaurant and meeting facilities, we're creating a welcoming environment where guests can work, relax and connect. Join our pre-opening team and play a pivotal role in bringing Phuket's first Staybridge Suites to life.

Our guests’ safety and comfort always comes first. Which is why we’re seeking a master multi-tasker and qualified Chief Engineer to ensure the hotel’s physical infrastructure is safe, efficient, and ready to support day-to-day operations. You will be a key player in guaranteeing a smooth transition from construction to operational readiness and will lead and coach a talented engineering team to stay one step ahead of our everyday maintenance needs.

A little taste of your day-to-day

• Overseeing the installation and testing of essential hotel systems like HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning), plumbing, electrical systems, elevators, and fire safety systems - liaising with contractors, architects, and construction teams as required.
• Ensuring that all equipment and systems meet local health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Verifying that fire safety systems (sprinklers, alarms, smoke detectors, etc.) are installed and functioning correctly.
• Creating a detailed plan for preventive maintenance to keep all systems running smoothly once the hotel opens.
• Gathering all equipment operating manuals and ensuring the engineering team is trained on their use.
• Recruiting, training, and developing the hotel’s engineering team, which includes HVAC specialists, electricians, plumbers, and general maintenance staff.
• Training the broader hotel pre-opening team on hotel-specific equipment and systems, safety protocols, and emergency procedures.
• Implementing energy-saving measures and ensuring that the hotel’s operations will run as efficiently as possible once it opens.
• Working closely with the finance team to manage the budget for engineering operations, including the purchase of necessary parts, materials, and equipment from vendors.
• Conducting final inspections before handover from construction teams, ensuring the hotel is ready for operations.
• Keeping hotel management informed about the status of all technical and engineering aspects and ensuring the hotels are operationally ready for opening day.
• Setting up emergency protocols for the hotels, such as generator operation, backup systems, and disaster preparedness plans.

What we need from you

• Advanced vocational training plus five years of experience in general building maintenance or construction, or equivalent combination of education and experience, in a management position
• Specialised expertise in plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and carpentry fields (preferred)
• Professional certification and licence if required by law
• Hotel experience preferred
• Ability to work autonomously and manage workload and key deliverables within a project opening timeline.
• High level communication and relationship management skills, collaborating with a wide variety of stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Full working rights in Thailand – note this is a local package only.

What you can expect from us

Not only will you benefit from a truly unique and career-defining opportunity as part of this exciting hotel opening, working with a talented and experienced General Manager and New Hotel Openings team, but you’ll receive a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work and a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Looking for an exciting career in hospitality? Join hospitality’s most exciting boutique lifestyle hotel brand, you’ll be part of IHG’s® family with 6,500+ hotels around the world.