Assistant Director of Engineering

Job Description

The Assistant Director of Engineering supports the Director of Engineering in managing hotel facilities, preventive maintenance, repairs, utilities, and engineering projects. Candidates typically need a diploma or degree in mechanical, electrical, civil, or building services engineering, along with several years of experience in hotel engineering or a comparable property. Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical systems, plumbing, fire safety, energy management, and local regulations is expected. The successful candidate should be hands-on, organized, safety-conscious, and capable of leading and developing a multicultural team. Good communication, budgeting, contractor management, problem-solving, and flexibility for shifts or emergency call-outs are important. Experience in a luxury resort and familiarity with sustainability programs would be advantageous.

Company Info

Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort is a luxury beachfront resort in Nusa Dua, Bali, operated by Accor under its Sofitel brand. The property combines French-inspired hospitality with Balinese design, offering guest rooms, suites, villas, restaurants, meeting facilities, pools, a spa, and extensive landscaped grounds. It serves leisure travelers, families, weddings, and business or incentive groups. As part of Accor, the resort operates within an international hospitality network with established service, training, sustainability, and career-development standards. Engineering is particularly important in a large tropical resort, where reliable air-conditioning, water systems, electrical infrastructure, pools, kitchens, guest facilities, and environmental programs require constant attention. The Assistant Director of Engineering would work closely with hotel leadership and operational departments to maintain safety, comfort, regulatory compliance, asset quality, and efficient day-to-day resort performance.

Destination Guide

Bali offers hospitality, tourism, wellness, food and beverage, engineering, construction, retail, and digital work, especially around Nusa Dua, Seminyak, Kuta, Ubud, and Sanur. Balinese culture is strongly shaped by Hindu traditions, temple ceremonies, family communities, music, dance, and respect for local customs. Lifestyle benefits include warm weather, beaches, outdoor activities, international restaurants, and a large expatriate community, although traffic, seasonal crowds, humidity, and rising housing costs can be challenging. Accommodation may be available through an employer, while private rentals vary widely by area. Foreign employees must obtain legal work authorization, normally arranged and sponsored by the employer through the appropriate work permit and KITAS process; a tourist visa does not permit employment. Confirm current immigration rules, taxes, insurance, relocation support, and contract benefits before moving. Bahasa Indonesia is useful, while English is common in international resorts.