Director of Engineering

Purpose of Position

As Director of Engineering you will be responsible for hotel maintenance, technical projects, asset management, energy efficiency, Fire Life Health Safety Security & Environment (FLHSSE), budget control, and leading the Engineering team. Reporting directly to General Manager.

We are looking for:

• Proven experience in a senior Engineering or Technical Services leadership role
• Strong knowledge of building systems, preventive maintenance, technical operations and safety standards.
• Experience managing budgets, utility costs, projects, contractors and maintenance programes.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and motivate a team.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational and communication skills.
• A responsible, hands-on and guest-focused approach.
• Knowledge of local statutory requirements and Czech technical/safety regulations would be an advantage.

The successful candidate should be able to:

• Lead a technical team with professionalism, structure and care.
• Balance daily operational needs with long-term asset protection.
• Manage preventive maintenance, repairs, renovations and technical projects.
• Work confidently with budgets, utilities, contractors and external partners.
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, fire life safety, security and environmental standards.
• Communicate effectively with hotel leadership, colleagues, owners’ representatives and external suppliers.
• Support a positive team culture through regular communication, training and development.

What can we offer

We believe that happy and motivated employees are the cornerstone of any successful company. Our benefits package encourages our coworkers' overall professional and personal growth in addition to recognizing their hard work. Here are a few that will definitely bring you joy:

• Complimentary meals (lunch and dinner) provided in the hotel canteen.
• Transportation allowance (50% contribution towards an annual Prague public transport pass).
• Contribution towards a MultiSport card.
• Referential rates for travel within Mandarin Oriental properties worldwide.
• Guest experience at Mandarin Oriental, Prague (up to 4 times per year).
• Pluxee card – awarded for anniversaries or outstanding performance.
• MyDays – five additional days off (after completing one year of service).
• Learning and development opportunities – access to training programs and a personalized development plan to build your career within Mandarin Oriental.
• Enjoy a pleasant working environment in the heart of Prague’s Malá Strana, just a few steps from the Tyršův dům tram stop and the iconic Infant Jesus of Prague.

If you are interested in this position, please send us your CV in reply to this advertisement in Czech and English.

Candidate must be an EU citizen or hold a valid work visa for the European Union.