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Chief Engineer

Enashipai Resort & Spa · Nairobi

Enashipai Resort & SpaNairobiPosted 28 September 2026Apply by 9 October 2026

Summary

Responsible for general maintenance and repairs in guest Rooms, meeIng space, restaurant and common areas. Guest suite and public area entry-level preventaIve maintenance are included. The Chief Engineer also performs repairs on mechanical, electrical, plumbing, kitchen, landscaping and laundry equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for engineering and maintenance operations of the hotel, hotel property, restaurant and grounds.

Responds to engineering and maintenance concerns.

Performs and/or monitors maintenance and preventative maintenance Projects.

Responds to all building-related safety concerns.

Performs assigned duties with attention to detail, speed, accuracy, follow-through, courtesy, cooperativeness and work with a minimum of supervision.

Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists

Effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact, and diplomacy to defuse anger.

Accountability for the proactive and preventative maintenance of the hotel property within budget requirements and capital expenditure

Effectively manages maintenance department employees in order that they may maximize their potential and effectiveness

Setting and controlling the department budget.

Maintains departmental compliance with hotel maintenance procedures.

Supports hotel departmental maintenance programs and executes daily, Weekly and monthly checklists.

Assists in the supervision of temporary maintenance associates.

Assist management in specifying proper supplies and equipment for operations.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree/diploma in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related field

5+ years’ experience in hotel engineering, with at least 2 years in a leadership role

Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building automation systems

Familiarity with local building codes, fire safety, and environmental regulations

Strong problem-solving, budgeting, and team management skills

Ability to work on-call for emergencies

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Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND , Diploma

How to apply

Interested and qualified? Go to

Enashipai Resort & Spa on www.enashipai.com

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