[11/6/2025 A] Group Head of Engineering

Location: Dublin based, with regular travel across the Staycity portfolio Reports to: Chief Projects Officer At Staycity Group, we bring together two leading aparthotel brands - Staycity Aparthotels and Wilde Aparthotels - united by a shared commitment to modern, flexible hospitality. Across our properties and support teams, our goal is simple: to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests and create an environment where our people can do their best work. Whether you're joining our operations or head office teams, you'll be part of a fast-growing European hospitality group built on our values of curiosity, drive, collaboration, kindness, and respect. We're a diverse and inclusive team that encourages you to bring your unique self to work - because we believe great hospitality starts with people who feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Role: As Group Head of Engineering & Facilities based in Dublin, you will shape and deliver Staycity's group-wide engineering and maintenance strategy, supporting our rapid growth and commitment to operational excellence across all aparthotel locations. You'll lead a multi-site team responsible for building systems, compliance, asset lifecycle management, and sustainability. Acting as a strategic partner to the leadership team, you'll ensure our buildings operate efficiently, safely, and to brand standards, balancing hands-on practicality with long-term vision. This role is ideal for a senior property or engineering leader with extensive experience across distributed estates and a passion for driving innovation, performance, and sustainability. Benefits: Paid family leave (>1 year of service) Flexible working patterns Generous holiday allowance Matched pension contributions Health and Dental Insurance Bonus scheme that rewards high performers;- based on our core values and tied to individual property goals Discounted rates for overnight stays for you, your family and friends Refer and earn scheme if you successfully refer a friend to work with us Cycle to work scheme- to support a healthy lifestyle and our planet Education Support to help you foster new skills Volunteer days: 2 paid volunteer days per year Support for you and your family when you need it with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) We would love you to have... Proven senior leadership experience in multi-site maintenance, engineering, or facilities management, ideally within hospitality, retail, or property. Strong technical expertise in M&E systems, HVAC, fire safety, and compliance frameworks. A strategic and analytical mindset, capable of translating operational data into actionable business decisions. Demonstrated ability to inspire and lead diverse teams across multiple locations. Chartered Engineer status (or equivalent professional qualification) preferred. Experience with CAFM systems, energy management, and sustainability initiatives. Excellent stakeholder and communication skills, with a hands-on, proactive leadership style. Willingness and ability to travel regularly across Staycity sites. What you can do for us... Define and implement a group-wide maintenance and engineering strategy that supports Staycity's growth, operational excellence, and brand standards. Advise the senior leadership team on technical, compliance, and property matters to inform business and capital investment decisions. Oversee and optimise maintenance operations across all properties, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and cost control. Develop preventive and reactive maintenance programs that maximise uptime, minimise disruptions, and extend asset lifecycles. Lead sustainability and energy initiatives to reduce consumption, improve performance, and drive ESG outcomes. Bridge development and operations, ensuring smooth transitions between new-build projects, refurbishments, and ongoing maintenance. Ensure compliance with health & safety, fire safety, building regulations, and all statutory obligations. Establish KPIs and performance frameworks using CAFM systems to drive reporting, accountability, and continuous improvement. Lead and develop regional and local maintenance teams, fostering capability, consistency, and a strong service culture. Design and deliver training programs to upskill technical staff and standardise practices across the group. Manage annual maintenance budgets, ensuring value for money through effective procurement and supplier partnerships. Oversee contractors and service providers, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and to Staycity standards. Lead capital expenditure planning for upgrades, refurbishments, and asset replacements to maintain resilience and efficiency. If you thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment where ambiguity is met with enthusiasm and determination, and if you lead with kindness, clarity, and curiosity, we'd love to hear from you. Start your Staycity Group journey - apply now