**Position Title:** Chief Engineer **Location:** Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus – Istanbul, Türkiye **Job Type:** Full\-Time **Reporting Line:** Director of Operations **Expected Start Date:** 01\.08\.2025 **Salary:** Competitive, with a comprehensive benefits package - - - **THE ROLE:** At Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus, we combine timeless elegance with cutting\-edge engineering excellence\. As one of Istanbul’s most iconic hotels, we are seeking an experienced and visionary **Chief Engineer** to lead and innovate across our engineering and maintenance operations—from strategic planning to sustainability, from team leadership to guest experience\. If you're a technically strong, forward\-thinking leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and delivers operational excellence, we invite you to be part of our legacy and shape the future of hospitality\. - - - **KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:** **Technical & Operational Leadership** + Oversee all engineering and maintenance operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and reliability at the highest standards\. + Ensure the uninterrupted functioning of building systems \(HVAC, electrical, plumbing, elevators, generators, etc\.\)\. + Implement effective preventive maintenance plans and oversee day\-to\-day technical inspections\. **Strategic Planning & Budget Management** + Prepare and manage annual capital expenditure and maintenance budgets\. + Analyze performance metrics \(e\.g\., energy use, downtime, maintenance frequency\) and implement continuous improvements\. + Conduct feasibility studies and lead the implementation of new technologies\. **Team Leadership & Development** + Recruit, train, and manage the engineering team, fostering a high\-performance culture\. + Lead performance evaluations, technical training programs, and career development initiatives\. + Establish emergency response protocols and lead safety training for the team\. **Sustainability & Energy Efficiency** + Develop and lead environmental and energy\-saving initiatives in line with Hilton’s global sustainability goals\. + Manage LED conversions, HVAC upgrades, water reuse systems, and other green projects\. + Provide sustainability reporting and contribute to LEED/BREEAM certification efforts\. **Health, Safety & Compliance** + Ensure all critical equipment and systems \(fire safety, elevators, generators, etc\.\) meet legal and safety standards\. + Coordinate emergency drills and compliance inspections with local authorities\. + Ensure full regulatory compliance with local and international engineering codes and laws\. **Project & Renovation Oversight** + Lead renovation projects from scope definition to contractor management and quality control\. + Manage budgets, timelines, and resources to ensure timely and cost\-effective delivery\. + Act as a technical advisor to interior designers and architects for new space planning\. **Guest\-Focused Technical Support** + Improve guest comfort systems \(climate control, lighting, water pressure\) in line with expectations\. + Collaborate with Housekeeping, Front Office, and Guest Relations to support seamless operations\. + Provide custom technical solutions for VIP guests and high\-profile events\. - - - **WHO YOU ARE:** + A university graduate in Engineering \(Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil\) with professional certifications preferred\. + Proven experience managing engineering operations in a hotel or large facility\. + Detail\-oriented, solution\-driven, and passionate about safety and quality\. + Well\-versed in energy efficiency, sustainability practices, and modern technical systems\. + Experienced in budgeting, project planning, and strategic decision\-making\. + Fluent in Turkish and proficient in English \(both written and spoken\)\. - - - **WHY JOIN US?** + Become part of Hilton’s legendary global hospitality brand\. + Lead critical infrastructure operations in one of Istanbul’s most prestigious hotels\. + Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and global career growth opportunities\. + Contribute to operational excellence and sustainability in a collaborative, high\-impact role\. **Job:** _Engineering, Maintenance and Facilities_ **Title:** _Chief Engineer_ **Location:** _null_ **Requisition ID:** _HOT0BPQS_ **EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans**