Director of Engineering Luxury Villas and Resort

Director of Engineering Luxury Villas and Resort Director of Engineering – Selong Selo Resort & Villas Executive Position Summary

The Director of Engineering serves as a senior executive leader responsible for the strategic direction, asset integrity, infrastructure performance, and capital enhancement of Selong Selo Resort & Villas. This role ensures that all engineering, maintenance, renovation, sustainability, and infrastructure initiatives support the resort’s long-term asset value, operational excellence, owner satisfaction, and luxury guest experience.

The position functions as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, advising ownership and senior management on capital investments, risk management, sustainability strategy, infrastructure development, and property enhancement initiatives.

Strategic Purpose of the Role

Safeguard and enhance the long‑term value of all resort physical assets.

Lead capital expenditure planning, renovation strategy, and infrastructure development.

Ensure engineering operations align with corporate financial, operational, and brand objectives.

Drive operational efficiency, sustainability, and innovation in engineering practices.

Support owner relations, villa asset standards, and investment protection.

Executive Responsibilities

1. Strategic Asset Leadership

Develop and implement a comprehensive engineering and asset management strategy aligned with ownership vision and corporate objectives.

Provide executive oversight of all resort infrastructure, buildings, villas, utilities, landscaping, and technical systems.

Lead long‑term capital planning including refurbishment cycles, infrastructure upgrades, and asset lifecycle management.

Identify opportunities to enhance property value, operational efficiency, and guest experience through engineering innovation.

Act as the principal advisor to the General Manager and ownership on engineering risk, asset preservation, and capital investment decisions.

Direct all major renovation, redevelopment, and infrastructure enhancement projects across the resort and villas.

Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to luxury hospitality standards.

Oversee feasibility studies, budgeting, contractor selection, project governance, and quality assurance.

Ensure all projects support brand positioning, sustainability commitments, and operational functionality.

Manage stakeholder relationships including owners, consultants, architects, and government authorities.

3. Engineering Governance & Operational Excellence

Establish robust engineering governance, policies, SOPs, and compliance frameworks.

Ensure preventive maintenance programs protect asset longevity and operational reliability.

Maintain full compliance with Indonesian regulations, safety standards, environmental requirements, and licensing obligations.

Implement technology‑driven maintenance solutions and asset tracking systems.

Ensure infrastructure resilience including utilities, energy systems, water management, roads, and landscaping infrastructure.

4. Financial Stewardship & Business Performance

Lead preparation and control of Engineering OPEX and CAPEX budgets.

Align engineering investments with business strategy and ROI expectations.

Drive cost efficiency initiatives while protecting service quality and safety standards.

Monitor utilities consumption and champion sustainability‑driven cost optimization.

Ensure transparent financial governance and accountability for all engineering expenditures.

Champion environmental sustainability initiatives including energy efficiency, water conservation, and waste reduction.

Identify emerging technologies and engineering solutions that enhance operational performance.

Support ESG objectives and responsible resort development practices.

Ensure infrastructure readiness for future expansion and evolving operational demands.

6. Guest Experience & Owner Relations

Ensure engineering standards consistently support luxury guest comfort and reliability.

Maintain strong relationships with villa owners regarding asset care, renovation standards, and engineering support.

Address high‑level engineering concerns affecting guest or owner satisfaction promptly and professionally.

Provide executive leadership to the Engineering Department, fostering accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Build strong succession planning, competency development, and leadership pipelines within engineering teams.

Promote a high‑performance culture aligned with SELO values and corporate standards.

Ensure cross‑functional collaboration with Operations, Finance, HR, Security, and Villa Management.

8. Risk Management, Compliance & Safety

Maintain comprehensive risk management strategies covering infrastructure, safety, environmental impact, and operational continuity.

Ensure life‑safety systems, emergency preparedness, and crisis response frameworks are fully operational.

Oversee statutory inspections, certifications, and regulatory compliance.

Executive Qualifications

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, Building Services, Facilities Management, or related discipline.

Minimum 10+ years in senior engineering leadership roles within luxury hospitality, integrated resorts, or large property developments.

Demonstrated success in managing large‑scale renovations, infrastructure projects, and asset enhancement initiatives.

Experience working with property owners, developers, and corporate stakeholders preferred.

Capital project leadership.

Financial and commercial acumen.

Infrastructure and sustainability expertise.

Executive stakeholder management.

Risk and compliance governance.

Leadership and organizational development.

Innovation and operational excellence.

Leadership Attributes

Executive presence and strategic mindset.

Strong business judgment and decision‑making capability.

High integrity, professionalism, and accountability.

Results‑driven with long‑term vision.

Selong Selo Residences is a multi‑award‑winning residential villa community overlooking the picturesque Selong Belanak Bay, South Lombok and has set a new luxury standard on the island to compete with neighbouring Bali and other well‑known Asian resort islands.

The resort comprises 58 privately owned pool villas (1‑7 bedroom), on plots ranging in size from 400 m² to 5 100 m² inclusive of all infrastructure (roads, electricity, water, sewage, fibre‑optic internet) and resort facilities and services (clubhouse and pool, reception, spa, yoga and a concierge desk to organize activities to explore the island. Further the tennis court, large purpose‑built gym, children's facilities will be completed this year). Within the residences the villas are either architecturally designed off‑plan turnkey villas, namely the Kayu Collection, or bespoke villas designed by Hong Kong‑based group – Alt 254; all of which work within certain guidelines to ensure consistency across the high‑end luxury resort. Sitting 100‑200 metres above sea level these modern‑style open‑plan living villas with pool all use local‑sourced natural materials and are designed to maximise the breath‑taking and uninterrupted outlooks from every room and to ensure absolute privacy from other villas within the complex.

Selong Selo utilises cutting‑edge sustainability and energy‑efficient technology and has implemented integrated renewable energy and water micro‑grids, waste management strategies, and optimising efficiency within the infrastructure and villa designs to reduce the impact on the natural environment. Further to fully integrate with the local community the group has established the Selo Footprints Foundation aimed at improving the livelihood of the local community through education programme, day‑day care and initiatives aimed at protecting the local environment.

Location: South Jakarta, Jakarta, ID

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