Assistant Chief Engineer

Role : Chief Engineer Location : Bangalore,Karnataka Business Unit:

Z Hotels by Zolostays Package Offered : 10 - 14 LPA

About the Company: Zolostays , founded in

2015 , is a leading managed living platform in India, offering professionally run

coliving accommodation and hospitality solutions . The company focuses on delivering comfortable, safe, and community-driven living experiences through standardized operations, technology-enabled systems, and a strong service culture across major cities.

About Z Hotels: Z Hotels , part of the ZoloStays Group, is a leading hospitality brand offering premium serviced accommodations tailored for corporate travelers and business professionals. Backed by ZoloStays’ strong legacy in managed living, the brand brings together comfort, consistency, and modern hospitality standards

Role Overview: The Chief Engineer will be responsible for overseeing end-to-end engineering operations for hotel properties, ensuring optimal functionality of all MEP systems, safety compliance, preventive maintenance, and smooth day-to-day technical operations. This role plays a critical part in pre-opening projects as well as ongoing asset management.

Key Responsibilities: 1)Pre-Opening Phase: ● Oversee MEP installations, testing, commissioning, and snag rectification. ● Coordinate with contractors, project teams, and vendors to ensure timely delivery of all engineering works. ● Prepare engineering SOPs, checklists, and preventive maintenance schedules. ● Assess and approve all engineering-related material, equipment, and AMC requirements. ● Conduct pre-opening safety audits (fire, electrical, HVAC, STP/WTP, etc.) Engineering Operations. ● Manage daily hotel engineering operations including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems. ● Ensure uninterrupted services (power, water, gas, safety systems) across the property. ● Lead preventive and corrective maintenance activities for all equipment. ● Monitor and optimize HLP (Heat, Light & Power) consumption across the property. ● Ensure 100% compliance with safety, legal, and statutory requirements.

2) Team Management:

● Lead, train, and mentor the engineering team. ● Ensure timely rostering, work allocation, and skill development. ● Establish a culture of safety, accountability, and high standards. Vendor & AMC Management ● Manage all engineering vendors and service contracts. ● Prepare and monitor AMC schedules, renewals, and performance. ● Ensure cost-effective engineering operations without compromising quality. Emergency & Safety Management ● Take full responsibility for the hotel’s emergency preparedness (fire systems, alarms, panels, hydrants). ● Lead emergency drills and safety training. ● Handle technical breakdowns with quick decision-making and minimal downtime.

3) Educational & Skill Requirements:

● BE/BTech in Electrical Engineering (Mandatory) ● Strong technical knowledge of: ○ HVAC Systems ○ Fire Safety Systems ○ Electrical Panels & Load Distribution ○ STP/WTP Operations ○ Preventive Maintenance Systems ● Ability to handle 100+ rooms or multiple sites preferred. ● Strong budget planning, cost control, and vendor management skills.

4) Experience Requirements:

● 8-10 years of hospitality engineering experience. ● Prior experience as Assistant Chief Engineer or Chief Engineer in 4/5-star hotel chains such as Lemon Tree, Marriott, Hilton, Radisson, etc. ● Experience with Pre-opening properties is highly preferred.

5) Personal Traits: ● Strong ownership and accountability. ● Problem-solving mindset with high attention to detail. ● Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines. ● Leadership qualities with excellent coordination and communication skills.

Why Join Us: Be part of a

fast-growing hospitality vertical

with strong backing and vision Opportunity to lead

large-scale projects and pre-opening properties High ownership, autonomy, and impact in decision-making Work culture focused on

growth, innovation, and people development Competitive compensation with long-term career progression.