Chief Engineering

Role summary

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The Chief Engineering role requires a strong background in hotel engineering, building services, preventive maintenance, and technical operations, ideally within an international or luxury hospitality environment. Candidates should understand electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, fire-life-safety, energy management, and local regulatory requirements. The position typically requires relevant technical qualifications, leadership experience, budgeting skills, and the ability to manage contractors and maintenance teams. The successful candidate is expected to keep the property safe, reliable, and energy efficient while minimizing disruptions to guests. Strong communication, problem-solving, planning, and team-development skills are essential. Experience with hotel engineering systems, sustainability initiatives, and emergency response procedures would be valuable.

About the employer

Pullman Bandung Grand Central is an upscale Accor hotel located in Bandung, West Java, Indonesia, near the city’s government and business district. The property combines contemporary design with Pullman’s business-friendly hospitality concept and serves business travelers, leisure guests, conferences, weddings, and social events. Facilities generally include guest rooms and suites, restaurants, meeting and ballroom spaces, fitness and leisure amenities, and professional event services. Pullman is Accor’s premium international brand, designed for connected, energetic travelers and supported by a strong focus on design, service, technology, and local experiences. As part of Accor, the hotel benefits from international operating standards, employee training, career mobility, sustainability programs, and a broad global loyalty network. Engineering leadership is important in maintaining guest comfort, safety, operational continuity, and responsible energy and water use.

Working in Indonesia

Indonesia offers hospitality, tourism, engineering, food and beverage, wellness, and management opportunities across Java, Bali, Lombok, Sumatra, and other islands. Bandung, on Java, is known for its cooler climate, creative industries, universities, food scene, and relatively lower living costs than Jakarta, although traffic can be heavy. Indonesian culture places strong value on courtesy, community, religious diversity, and respectful communication. Lifestyle options range from urban cafés and shopping to mountain escapes, beaches, diving, and island travel. Foreign nationals normally need an Indonesian employer to sponsor the appropriate work authorization and stay permit, commonly involving a work visa and KITAS, with approvals arranged before employment begins. Requirements can change, so candidates should confirm current rules with the employer and an Indonesian immigration or relocation specialist. Housing, health insurance, tax registration, and language support should be discussed during the offer process.