Chief Engineer - Meliá Ba Vi Mountain Retreat

About the Position

Chief Engineer - Meliá Ba Vi Mountain Retreat

"The world is yours with Meliá"

Discover a path without limits at Meliá, where growth and development opportunities are endless. Embark on a journey that will take you to work in several countries and become part of our extended global family.

MISSION:

Responsible for the maintenance of company assets, compliance with technical and legal obligations, achievement of maintenance and energy budgets, the Risks AIP and SAVE for the business unit for which they work.

Responsibilities

• Operational Excellence: Lead all maintenance operations including MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing), HVAC, refrigeration, and life-safety systems across 55 luxury units and extensive grounds.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute an aggressive Preventative Maintenance (PM) program to ensure zero downtime in a remote mountain environment.
• Sustainability Leadership: Implement energy-saving initiatives and water management systems that align with Meliá’s global sustainability goals and the regulations of the National Park.
• Asset Management: Oversee CAPEX projects, renovations, and vendor contracts, ensuring all work meets 5-star luxury standards.
• Team Development: Mentor and lead a dedicated team of technicians, fostering a culture of "Service Vocation" and technical precision.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure 100% compliance with fire, life, and safety (FLS) standards and local environmental laws.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as a Chief Engineer or Assistant Chief Engineer in a 4-5 star luxury hotel or resort. Experience in remote or mountain properties is a significant plus.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering.
• Technical Mastery: Deep knowledge of HVAC, boiler systems, wastewater treatment, and building automation.
• Leadership Style: A "hands-on" leader who can troubleshoot in the trenches while managing a strategic budget in the office.
• Language: Fluency in Vietnamese and proficiency in English (for reporting and brand communication).

We Offer

• My MeliáRewards: Participate in our exclusive loyalty program, enjoying unique benefits and advantages.
• My MeliáBenefits: Take advantage of flexible compensation and exclusive discounts on a wide variety of products and services, promoting an active and healthy lifestyle.

About the Company

At Meliá Hotels International, we are committed to equal opportunities between women and men in the workplace, with the commitment of management and the principles contained in Human Resources policies. We also prioritize disseminating throughout the entire staff a corporate culture committed to effective equality, and raising awareness about the need to act jointly and globally.

We promote our commitment to equality and diversity, avoiding any kind of discrimination, especially related to reasons of disability, race, religion, gender, or age. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees are essential for our success as a global company.

Additionally, we support the sustainable growth of our industry through a socially responsible team. In this sense, our motto is "Towards a sustainable future, from a responsible present". Thanks to all our collaborators, we make it possible.

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