Mandarin Oriental, Munich is looking for Director of Engineering to join our engineering team.

Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional.

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences.

Mandarin Oriental, Munich is located in a quiet street in the Old Town of Munich, close to many of the city’s most famous sites. Elegantly appointed and beautifully designed, we offer the perfect mix of Oriental style and German charm.

About the job

Based at the Mandarin Oriental, Munich the Director of Engineering is responsible for maintenance and all building services. The Director of Engineering reports to the general manager.

As Director of Engineering, you will responsible for the following duties:

• Overall responsibility for smooth operations in all technical areas and fire protection facilities
• Ensuring maintenance and repair work on the infrastructure and building systems in cooperation with external partners and companies
• Obtaining quotes and negotiating prices with companies for maintenance and repair work
• Ensuring the high quality of all technical matters throughout the hotel
• Ordering materials and checking invoices
• Budget preparation and responsibility for compliance with maintenance, energy and repair costs
• Analysis of consumption figures
• Monitoring energy-saving measures
• Safety instructions for employees
• Guiding and supporting the team

As Director of Engineering, we expect from you:

• At least 5 years of professional experience in the luxury hotel industry
• Management experience desirable
• Excellent knowledge of all aspects of all technical areas of a hotel operation
• Ability to prioritize and organize required to meet deadlines and complete projects.
• Experience in budget preparation
• Experience working in a multicultural environment
• Verbal and written communication skills in German and English
• Excellent leadership, organizational, planning, decision-making and analytical skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to drive change in the work environment for continuous improvement

Our commitment to you

• Learning & Development. Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow, continuously.
• MOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off. As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones.
• Heath & Colleague Wellness. Finding the right work-life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues, globally.
• A variety of social colleague and community activities
• Guaranteed additional vacation day on your birthday and one additional vacation day for every 5 years of service
• Up to EUR 1500 net for new colleague recommendations