Assistant Engineering Manager- Four Seasons Hotel Madrid

Role summary

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The Assistant Engineering Manager supports the Director of Engineering in maintaining hotel buildings, plant equipment, guest rooms, public areas and life-safety systems. Requirements typically include relevant engineering or technical qualifications, several years of hotel or facilities experience, and knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, preventive maintenance and health-and-safety standards. The candidate should be organized, hands-on and comfortable supervising technicians, coordinating contractors, managing work orders and responding to urgent breakdowns. Strong communication, leadership, budgeting and documentation skills are expected. Experience in a luxury hotel environment, familiarity with Spanish regulations and the ability to work shifts, weekends or on-call periods would be advantageous.

About the employer

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts is a global luxury hospitality company known for personalized service, high-quality properties and strong attention to guest experience. Founded in 1961, the group operates hotels, resorts and private residences in many major destinations worldwide. Four Seasons emphasizes thoughtful service, operational excellence and creating a supportive workplace culture for its employees. Four Seasons Hotel Madrid brings this approach to the Spanish capital, combining luxury accommodation, dining, wellness and event facilities in a historic city setting. Engineering teams are essential to maintaining the property’s comfort, appearance, safety and energy performance. Employees may benefit from international career opportunities, professional training, staff recognition programs and the standards associated with a premium global hotel brand.

Working in Spain Islands

Spain’s islands offer varied employment opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, property maintenance, tourism, marine activities and customer service. The Balearic Islands, including Mallorca, Ibiza and Menorca, have a strong seasonal tourism economy, while the Canary Islands provide more year-round hospitality work because of their mild climate. Island culture is relaxed and community-oriented, with Spanish traditions, local food, festivals and outdoor activities playing an important role. Lifestyle can include beaches, hiking and water sports, although housing and transport costs may be high in popular resort areas. EU, EEA and Swiss citizens can work in Spain with standard registration requirements. Non-EU applicants generally need an employer-sponsored work permit and visa before starting employment. Candidates should confirm accommodation, contract duration, taxes, healthcare and relocation support with the employer.