Overview In this role you will lead the Engineering &

- Maintenance division for 13 hotels in Southern Europe, driving operational excellence, safety, and guest satisfaction. You will oversee maintenance programs, renovations, and CapEx projects, while ensuring heritage properties are respected and sustainability goals are met. You will coach the engineering teams, partner with Design &
- Construction, and engage external contractors to deliver high-quality, reliable systems. This is a strategic, hands‐on position shaping engineering standards across a luxury hotel portfolio with a strong focus on energy efficiency and regulatory compliance.

Responsabilità

- Lead engineering aspects of major renovations and capital expenditure projects from concept to completion

Collaborate with Design &

- Construction to meet engineering specifications, budgets, and timelines; oversee commissioning

Provide leadership to hotel Directors of Engineering and their teams to foster safety and proactive maintenance

Conduct regular property visits and audits to assess performance and regulatory compliance

Develop and manage divisional budgets (CapEx and OpEx) with cost controls and financial accountability

Drive energy optimization initiatives and integrate sustainable technologies to reduce environmental impact

Establish and maintain vendor relationships; negotiate contracts for services, supplies, and equipment





Support lifecycle management and technical guidance during renovations and capital projects

Mentor and develop the Engineering &

- Maintenance team to ensure continuous improvement

Ensure adherence to Belmond standards and regulatory requirements across all properties

Requisiti fondamentali Minimum 10 years of experience in a similar leadership role

Bachelor in Electrical/Mechanical/Civil Engineering (Master's preferred)

Proven track record managing large-scale new construction and renovation projects

Deep knowledge of hotel engineering installations (electric, heating, cooling, plumbing, HVAC, lifts) and fire protection systems

Strong understanding of regulatory codes and standards; energy efficiency expertise

Fluency in English; excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Experience in luxury hotel operations and sustainable practices (LEED/BREEAM/EarthCheck)

Ability to travel extensively and work flexible hours including weekends/public holidays

Advanced knowledge of project management and property management processes

Experience with heritage property renovations (desirable)

Proficient with maintenance software and building management systems (BMS/EMS)

strong leadership and people management excellent communication and stakeholder management problem-solving and proactive decision-making

MEP design and maintenance energy efficiency technologies (boilers, heat pumps, solar, geothermal)

HVAC systems and zone controls

📌 Divisional Director of Engineering and Maintenance (Lucca)
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