Engineering Manager

Role summary

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The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the property’s engineering and maintenance operations, ensuring that guest rooms, public areas, plant equipment, utilities and building systems remain safe, compliant and fully operational. Requirements generally include relevant engineering, facilities or building-services experience, previous supervisory or management experience, strong knowledge of preventative maintenance, contractor coordination, budgets and workplace health and safety. Hotel or serviced-apartment experience is highly desirable. The successful candidate is expected to lead by example, respond promptly to operational issues, manage maintenance schedules, support energy-efficiency initiatives and maintain high service standards. Strong communication, organisation, problem-solving and team leadership skills are essential, along with the ability to work flexibly in a guest-focused environment.

About the employer

Marriott Executive Apartments Melbourne St Kilda Road is part of Marriott International, one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, with a broad portfolio of hotels and serviced-apartment brands. The property provides extended-stay accommodation in Melbourne, combining apartment-style facilities with professional hotel services. It is positioned near St Kilda Road, the Melbourne business district, cultural attractions and transport links. Marriott International is known for structured operating standards, guest-service training, career development and a strong focus on inclusion and associate wellbeing. In this role, the Engineering Manager supports the reliable operation of the property while contributing to safety, sustainability, cost control and guest satisfaction. Employees typically work within Marriott’s global service culture, collaborating with hotel departments, contractors and regional support teams to maintain a secure, comfortable and efficient environment for guests and colleagues.

Working in Australia

Australia offers strong opportunities in hospitality, engineering, construction, healthcare, technology, education and tourism, particularly in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth. Workplace culture is generally practical, collaborative and direct, with emphasis on punctuality, safety, fairness and work-life balance. Melbourne offers excellent restaurants, arts, sport and public transport, although housing costs can be high and the climate is changeable. Australia is a country and continent rather than a single island, with diverse coastlines, national parks and outdoor activities. Skilled professionals may explore employer-sponsored visas, the Temporary Skill Shortage pathway, skilled migration programs or working-holiday options where eligible. Requirements depend on occupation, qualifications, age, English ability and sponsorship. Relocating usually involves securing a visa, employment contract, tax file number, bank account, health insurance and accommodation. Candidates should verify current visa rules through Australia’s Department of Home Affairs.