Deputy Director of Engineering

Green Coast Hotel - MGallery Collection, part of BALFIN Group is a unique hotel offering a luxurious escape along the pristine shores of Caesar’s Beach with crystal-clear Ionian waters with 131 elegantly designed guest rooms including 4 luxury & 1 presidential suite, modern architecture, and a focus on sustainability. The hotel includes various F&B spaces consisting in an à la carte restaurant, a destination lobby bar, a pool bar with direct access to the beach area, meetings, Conference & Exhibition spaces consisting in 2 meetings rooms with a total capacity of up to 100 guests welcoming corporates & institutions to organize high-level events of the same certified standards as anywhere else in Europe. Also, well-being spaces, including an infinity heated outdoor pool, a SPA, gym & fitness spaces & a private-beach area.

BALFIN Group is one of the most successful investment groups in the Western Balkans. Established in 1993, the Group today operates across Austria, Albania, Kosovo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, North Macedonia, Switzerland, Montenegro, the Netherlands, Canada, and the United States of America.

Its diversified portfolio spans multiple sectors, including banking, real estate development, wholesale and retail, asset management, tourism, logistics, education, and entertainment.

With a workforce of approximately 5,500 professionals, BALFIN Group continues to grow steadily, guided by strong business ethics, financial stability, innovation, and a long-term commitment to community impact through Mane Foundation.

The Deputy Director of Engineering supports the Director of Engineering in managing all engineering and technical operations of the hotel, ensuring that facilities, systems, and equipment are maintained at the highest standards expected in a 5-star property. This role ensures operational efficiency, safety, and guest satisfaction by overseeing preventive and corrective maintenance, energy management, and engineering projects across the hotel’s 131 rooms and public areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Engineering in planning, organizing, and supervising engineering operations across guest rooms, public areas, back-of-house facilities, and hotel infrastructure.

• Ensure all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and building management systems operate reliably and efficiently.

• Manage preventive and corrective maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and service disruptions.

• Lead, train, and mentor engineering staff, including technicians and maintenance personnel, fostering a culture of excellence, teamwork, and safety.

• Oversee engineering projects, renovations, and upgrades, ensuring they meet hotel standards, budget, and timelines.

• Monitor energy usage and implement cost-effective, sustainable initiatives aligned with Accor’s environmental policies.

• Maintain compliance with local safety regulations, hotel policies, and Accor brand standards.

• Collaborate with other hotel departments (housekeeping, operations, F&B) to ensure seamless service delivery and guest satisfaction.

• Step in for the Director of Engineering when required, including attending executive meetings and representing the department.

• Maintain accurate reports on equipment performance, maintenance activities, and operational expenditures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related technical field.

• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in engineering management within luxury hotels or similar hospitality environments.

• Strong knowledge of hotel systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety, and building management systems.

• Experience in project management, preventive maintenance, and energy management.

• Familiarity with Accor brand standards and luxury hotel operations preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent leadership, team management, and mentoring abilities.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills under pressure.

• Proactive, detail-oriented, and safety-conscious.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for interaction with staff, guests, and stakeholders.

• Strategic thinking with the ability to optimize operations and costs.

Work Conditions:

Green Coast Hotel-MGallery Collection is an equal opportunity employer that offers a professional and dynamic work environment, an attractive compensation and benefits package, and opportunities to develop your professional potential fully.

Application deadline: 31.03.2026

* All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality according to the law No. 9887 set by the Albanian Parliament for the "Protection of Personal Data".

* Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.