Director of Engineering

Your Fairmont Journey Starts Here:

Are you a someone with a passion for excellence and a flair for exceptional hospitality? Fairmont Udaipur Palace invites you to embark on an unforgettable journey of luxury and join our pre-opening team.

Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS

Responsible for leading all engineering and maintenance operations to ensure the hotel’s facilities, systems, and infrastructure are safe, efficient, and aligned with high guest service standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily engineering operations including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and safety systems
• Implement preventive maintenance programs to ensure minimal downtime
• Manage budgets, CapEx planning, and cost control initiatives
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, fire codes, and local laws
• Lead emergency response and risk management efforts
• Supervise, train, and develop the engineering team
• Coordinate with other departments to resolve guest-related issues
• Manage vendors, contractors, and renovation projects
• Drive energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field
• 10+ years of experience, with 4–5 years in a leadership role (preferably in hospitality)
• Strong knowledge of building systems and hotel operations

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.