About Andaz Gold Coast
Andaz means “personal style” — a celebration of individuality, curiosity and creativity. Opening in mid-2026 in the heart of Broadbeach, Andaz Gold Coast will redefine the
Australian lifestyle hotel scene with:
202 luxurious rooms and suites with imaginative interiors and local artistryThe Coast’s largest pool deck club: Andaz Pool Club with private cabanas, cocktail bar and al fresco diningElevated, event-light positioning: a rooms-led hotel without major event spacesBespoke FB experiences: Hinterland Bar, a Mediterranean brasserie bar, and an energising morning bar concept to awaken body, mind and soulHolistic wellbeing offerings and a state-of-the-art fitness centreImmersive local partnerships and tailored guest experiences
The Opportunity
Andaz Gold Coast is seeking an Engineering Manager to take charge in overseeing all technical, mechanical, and facility-related operation during the hotel’s pre-opening phase and transition to opening.
Responsibilities include maintaining the hotel building, public areas and event spaces, hotel guest rooms suites, essential services and life safety systems, managing colleague contractors, along with specialized projects. This role oversees our hotel Sustainability Team with a focus on reducing consumptions in utilities and developing innovative environmental initiatives.
As an Engineering Manager, your ability to shape and influence the engineering division, whilst working closely with senior leadership within the hotel, will provide an excellent opportunity to broaden your engineering and business management skills.
Key Responsibilities
Pre-Opening
Project Coordination
· Review engineering drawings, equipment schedules, and operational manuals
· Work with the project consultants and contractor to ensure construction and installation works meet brand specification and local regulations
· Participate in site inspections, and commissioning of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, elevators, life safety systems)
· Develop the pre-opening engineering critical path and operational plan
· Establish preventive maintenance programs and assets registers for all equipment, including utilities.
Operating Responsibilities (Post-Operating Transition)
Maintenance Facility Management
· Ensure the safe and efficient operation of all technical systems in the hotel.
· Oversee preventative and corrective maintenance across guestrooms, public areas, heart of house, and outdoor spaces
Safety Compliance
· Maintain compliance with fire, health, and safety regulations
· Lead emergency procedure and coordinate regular safety drills
Budget Management
· Prepare and manage engineering budgets, capex and utility
· Monitor energy usage and implement cost-effective energy management strategies
Vendor Contractor Management
· Manage external contractors for specialised maintenance and inspections
· Ensure SLA compliance and timely completion of service works
Guest Support
· Ensure prompt response to guest engineering-related issues and maintaining high guest satisfaction standards.
About Andaz Gold Coast
Andaz means “personal style” — a celebration of individuality, curiosity and creativity. Opening in mid-2026 in the heart of Broadbeach, Andaz Gold Coast will redefine the
Australian lifestyle hotel scene with:
202 luxurious rooms and suites with imaginative interiors and local artistryThe Coast’s largest pool deck club: Andaz Pool Club with private cabanas, cocktail bar and al fresco diningElevated, event-light positioning: a rooms-led hotel without major event spacesBespoke FB experiences: Hinterland Bar, a Mediterranean brasserie bar, and an energising morning bar concept to awaken body, mind and soulHolistic wellbeing offerings and a state-of-the-art fitness centreImmersive local partnerships and tailored guest experiences
The Opportunity
Andaz Gold Coast is seeking an Engineering Manager to take charge in overseeing all technical, mechanical, and facility-related operation during the hotel’s pre-opening phase and transition to opening.
Responsibilities include maintaining the hotel building, public areas and event spaces, hotel guest rooms suites, essential services and life safety systems, managing colleague contractors, along with specialized projects. This role oversees our hotel Sustainability Team with a focus on reducing consumptions in utilities and developing innovative environmental initiatives.
As an Engineering Manager, your ability to shape and influence the engineering division, whilst working closely with senior leadership within the hotel, will provide an excellent opportunity to broaden your engineering and business management skills.
Key Responsibilities
Pre-Opening
Project Coordination
· Review engineering drawings, equipment schedules, and operational manuals
· Work with the project consultants and contractor to ensure construction and installation works meet brand specification and local regulations
· Participate in site inspections, and commissioning of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, elevators, life safety systems)
· Develop the pre-opening engineering critical path and operational plan
· Establish preventive maintenance programs and assets registers for all equipment, including utilities.
Operating Responsibilities (Post-Operating Transition)
Maintenance Facility Management
· Ensure the safe and efficient operation of all technical systems in the hotel.
· Oversee preventative and corrective maintenance across guestrooms, public areas, heart of house, and outdoor spaces
Safety Compliance
· Maintain compliance with fire, health, and safety regulations
· Lead emergency procedure and coordinate regular safety drills
Budget Management
· Prepare and manage engineering budgets, capex and utility
· Monitor energy usage and implement cost-effective energy management strategies
Vendor Contractor Management
· Manage external contractors for specialised maintenance and inspections
· Ensure SLA compliance and timely completion of service works
Guest Support
· Ensure prompt response to guest engineering-related issues and maintaining high guest satisfaction standards.
· Proven success as a Engineering Manager within luxury or upper-upscale hotels advantageous
· Degree or diploma in Engineering (mechanical, Electrical, Civil or related fields) or Tradesperson qualified
· Minimum 5 -7 years of hotel engineering experience, including 2 years in supervisory or managerial role.
· Proven experience in pre-opening hotels projects is highly preferred
· Strong understating of hospitality engineering systems and preventive maintenance programs
· Knowledge of local building codes, HOS standards, and fire safety regulation
· Excellent leadership, communication and project coordination skills.
Why Join Andaz Gold Coast by Hyatt
· Be part of the first Andaz in Australia and set a new benchmark for lifestyle luxury on the Gold Coast – nationwide
· A values-led culture: empathy, integrity, respect, inclusion, experimentation and wellbeing
· Global career pathways with Hyatt; generous hotel discounts and benefits worldwide
· Wellbeing programs, EAP, and competitive leave benefits
· A creative environment where your ideas shape the hotel’s story and success
Location
On-site, Broadbeach, Gold Coast QLD.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter sharing a standout outlet launch or activation you’ve led, including commercial and guest-impact results.
Discover Andaz: https://www.hyatt.com/andaz
Hyatt is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate individuality and are committed to an inclusive environment for all colleagues and guests.
· Proven success as a Engineering Manager within luxury or upper-upscale hotels advantageous
· Degree or diploma in Engineering (mechanical, Electrical, Civil or related fields) or Tradesperson qualified
· Minimum 5 -7 years of hotel engineering experience, including 2 years in supervisory or managerial role.
· Proven experience in pre-opening hotels projects is highly preferred
· Strong understating of hospitality engineering systems and preventive maintenance programs
· Knowledge of local building codes, HOS standards, and fire safety regulation
· Excellent leadership, communication and project coordination skills.
Why Join Andaz Gold Coast by Hyatt
· Be part of the first Andaz in Australia and set a new benchmark for lifestyle luxury on the Gold Coast – nationwide
· A values-led culture: empathy, integrity, respect, inclusion, experimentation and wellbeing
· Global career pathways with Hyatt; generous hotel discounts and benefits worldwide
· Wellbeing programs, EAP, and competitive leave benefits
· A creative environment where your ideas shape the hotel’s story and success
Location
On-site, Broadbeach, Gold Coast QLD.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter sharing a standout outlet launch or activation you’ve led, including commercial and guest-impact results.
Discover Andaz: https://www.hyatt.com/andaz
Hyatt is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate individuality and are committed to an inclusive environment for all colleagues and guests.