Chief Engineer

Cable Beach Club Resort & Spa is located on the world-famous Cable Beach in Broome, far northwestern Australia. Broome is easily accessible by plane to all major Australian cities and offers a relaxed lifestyle with all the conveniences of shops, restaurants, cinemas, hospital and schools. Our property has 225 rooms of varying styles, 4 restaurants, poolside bars, a tour desk, a day spa and hair salon.

We are seeking a Chief Engineer to oversee the daily operations of the Engineering department, with a particular focus on the maintenance, repairs, property presentation, and OH&S compliance. The position sits on the Executive Committee and will report to the Hotel Manager. The Chief Engineer is responsible for a range of duties including, but not limited to:

• Prioritise repairs and maintenance across the property.
• Manage the Engineering department budget and prepare required reports in a timely manner.
• Manage department staff to ensure maximum efficiency of labor, wage control and performance management.
• Actively participate in the recruitment, induction and training of new staff in keeping with Resort policies and procedures.
• Provide advice on cost-saving initiatives that are within the scope of the Engineering department.
• Ordering of stock and supplies in line with Resort purchasing policies.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations.
• Maintain optimal guest satisfaction and operational efficiency.
• Negotiate contracts with external vendors and service providers.

To be considered for this position candidates must demonstrate:

• Trade qualifications are essential. Electrical or Plumbing qualifications will be viewed highly.
• Previous experience working within the Engineering department of a large-scale hotel/resort is highly desirable.
• A minimum of 5 years’ management experience, ideally gained from working within a hotel/resort.
• Demonstrated experience in working within budget.
• A current manual motor vehicle driver’s license and forklift license.

What we offer:

• A competitive salary of $130,000 + superannuation.
• Free onsite accommodation.
• 50% off all food and beverages at the resort.
• A KPI bonus structure.
• Relocation assistance.
• A FIFO arrangement is not considered for this position.                                                  

Cable Beach Club Resort is one of Australia's most highly-awarded resort holiday destinations, offering superb career opportunities in the hospitality industry for staff that are committed to the pursuit of excellence.

Please submit your application today or visit our careers site for further information.

https://www.cablebeachclub.com/careers

Only applicants with full Australian work rights should apply. We request that only individuals apply and ask may agencies please refrain from applying.