Posted 2 months ago
Chief Engineer
@ InnVest Hotels
Ontario
Overview
InnVest Hotels is hiring a full-time Chief Engineer to lead the maintenance, repair and preventative maintenance of a hotel's building systems. The role supervises maintenance staff and contractors, manages department budget and safety compliance, and requires 3+ years of supervisory maintenance experience. Hours fluctuate and include mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise and assist maintenance staff and contractors
- Maintain preventative maintenance program and documentation
- Order materials and tools within budget
- Conduct fire drills and safety training
- Ensure legal and safety compliance
Requirements summary:
- 3+ years progressive supervisory maintenance experience
- Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems
- Effective communication and people management skills
- Ability to manage personnel and meet financial targets
- High School diploma or equivalent is an asset
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-02
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Management experience | 3+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening, holidays, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Education | High school (preferred) |
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InnVest Hotels
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PASSION DRIVES PERFORMANCE
Full company description
Passion Drives Performance. InnVest Hotels “InnVest” succeeds because our people love what they do. Our entire team shares a deep-rooted passion for the world of hospitality and travel that extends far beyond the walls of our offices. Our company culture is built on collaboration. A nimble team where everyone has a voice and an opportunity to pursue their passions. Our skillsets are as diverse as our portfolio, but we all have a singular focus: partnership delivers the best results. We embrace an entrepreneurial approach to decision making, respect for others, a strong sense of integrity and the curiosity and courage to challenge the status quo. With 81 hotels in our portfolio, representing 14 internationally recognized hotel brands, InnVest is the largest owner of hotels in Canada. In addition, our management team oversees the day-to-day activities of almost 70 hotels, making InnVest the largest operator of hotels in Canada. InnVest’s portfolio is geographically diverse with hotels from Vancouver, British Columbia to Corner Brook, Newfoundland. From roadside inns to luxury urban properties, we are also experientially diverse. At InnVest, our mission is simple – to deliver outstanding guest experiences and superior returns on quality hospitality investment. A career at InnVest will provide you with unrivaled opportunities and invaluable exposure to Canada’s largest independently-owned and operated hotel portfolio.
- LinkedIn followers
- 9,535
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 247
- Reported office locations
- 200 Bay Street, Royal Bank Plaza, South Tower, Suite 2200, P.O. Box 126, Toronto, Ontario M5J 2J1, CA
- Business categories
- Real Estate
- Other recorded names
- Algonquin Resort
- InnVest Hotels
- Specialties
- Hospitality
- Real Estate
- Asset Management
- and Hotel Management
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Passion Drives Performance. InnVest Hotels “InnVest” succeeds because our people love what they do. Our entire team shares a deep-rooted passion for the world of hospitality and travel that extends far beyond the walls of our offices. Our company culture is built on collaboration. A nimble team where everyone has a voice and an opportunity to pursue their passions. Our skillsets are as diverse as our portfolio, but…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitality |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Specialties | HospitalityReal Estate Asset Managementand Hotel Management |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 130 |
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The duties of the Chief Engineer include, but are not limited to the following:
- Supervises and assists maintenance staff/contractors in the maintenance and repair of plumbing, hotel rooms, A/C and heating, ice machines, swimming pool, lighting, kitchen equipment, refrigeration, laundry, emergency generators, switch rooms, etc.
- Ensures all maintenance and repairs are completed on a timely, cost-effective basis and according to specifications.
- Orders necessary materials and tools for repairing equipment and keeps within budgetary guidelines.
- Maintains an ongoing preventative maintenance program for the hotel.
- Responsible for administering and documenting equipment preventative maintenance and guest room preventative maintenance.
- Responsible for the safety of the department and the building.
- Responds quickly to guest requests in a friendly manner. Follows up to ensure guest satisfaction.
- Provides a professional image at all times through appearance and dress.
- Follows company policies and procedures and is able to effectively communicate them to subordinates.
- Aggressively recruits and staff's department using company hiring standards (i.e. behavioral questioning, reference checks, evaluations and team interviews). Reviews performances and assists in career development.
- Conducts fire drills, training classes regarding safety, security, department procedures and service guidelines.
- Ensures hotel is in compliance with all federal, provincial and local laws, including Health and Safety, ESA, Human Rights etc.
- Ensures all fire and safety inspections are completed and any discrepancies are corrected.
COMPETENCIES WE ARE SEEKING:
- 3+ years progressive maintenance experience in a supervisory role
- High School diploma or equivalent is an asset
- Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems
- Effective communication and people management skills
- Quick thinking and able to spot and resolve problems efficiently
- Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, Micros, POS)
- Ability to manage personnel and meet financial targets
- Guest oriented and service minded with an attention to detail
- Excellent planning and organizing skills
- Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and work under pressure
- Must be able to work independently and maintain a positive attitude within a busy environment ~ hours will fluctuate, must be able to work mornings, evenings, weekends, & holidays
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