Job Description

Wavemaker Hospitality is a dynamic collection of hotel brands across the Mediterranean. With 45 years of expertise, 50+ hotels, and 500,000+ guests each season, our portfolio includes Atlantica Hotels & Resorts, Mare Resorts, Aphrodite Hills Resort, and our newly introduced APHI Resorts and AMOH, a Luxury Collection Resort, Rhodes.

 

Wavemaker Hospitality is seeking an experienced and dynamic Chief Engineer to join us in Rhodes, Greece. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled professional who is passionate about engineering excellence, preventive maintenance, and leading technical operations within a high-quality hospitality environment.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the hotel's Engineering & Maintenance team, ensuring the efficient operation of all technical systems.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to ensure the highest standards of safety, reliability, and guest satisfaction.
• Oversee the maintenance and operation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, swimming pools, fire protection systems, and Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Manage external contractors and technical service providers while ensuring compliance with company standards and local regulations.
• Monitor technical budgets, maintenance costs, and energy consumption, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and efficiency.
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety, environmental, and statutory requirements.
• Support renovation projects, technical upgrades, and capital expenditure initiatives when required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree (University or Technological Institute) in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or Graduate of a Higher Vocational Training Institute (SAEK/formerly IEK) in Electrical Engineering, Refrigeration, Mechanical Installations, or a related technical discipline, combined with substantial relevant professional experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience within the Engineering Department of a hotel, including 2–3 years in a supervisory role such as Chief Engineer or Assistant Chief Engineer.
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, electrical and mechanical systems, plumbing, swimming pool operations, fire protection systems, and Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Proven experience in preventive maintenance planning, team leadership, and contractor management.
• Good command of English.
• Good computer skills, including MS Office and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering will be considered a strong advantage.
• Previous experience in 4-star or 5-star hotels, preferably within large-scale properties or international hotel brands.
• Relevant professional licenses or certifications, where required by legislation.
• Experience in budget management, technical projects, and energy management initiatives.

What We Value:

 

At Wavemaker Hospitality, we recognize that hands-on experience is often as valuable as formal academic qualifications. We welcome applications from highly experienced professionals who have built successful careers through extensive technical expertise, leadership, and industry knowledge, even if they do not hold a university degree.

 

What We Offer:

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Career development opportunities within a growing hospitality group.
• A collaborative, professional, and supportive working environment.
• The opportunity to contribute to the success of one of Rhodes' leading hospitality destinations.

How to Apply

Apply today at p.papageorgiou@wavemakerhospitality.com indicating the position you apply for, and become part of Wavemaker Hospitality in Rhodes.

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Wavemaker Hospitality

Atlantica Hotels & Resorts, one of the leading hotel companies in Cyprus and Greece, is expanding its operations. We are seeking to employ the following position to join our already highly successful management team in the head office in Limassol, Cyprus. Established in 1980 with the opening of the first Atlantica Hotel in Limassol, Cyprus, the Atlantica Group has now grown into a hotel chain currently operating 50 hotels in Cyprus, Greece and Egypt. Through the years, terms like personal service, attention to detail and friendly ambience have become synonymous with Atlantica. With a wealth of experience and an enviable reputation for quality of service Atlantica Hotels, wherever located, guarantee customer satisfaction and value for money holidays.