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Kerten Hospitality (KH) is an end-to-end lifestyle hospitality operator creating bespoke destinations, lodging, experiences and communities while optimising operations and driving profitability for savvy investors with a strong commitment to sustainability. KH transforms destinations through impactful partnerships with Lodging, Food & Beverage, Retail, Entertainment, Art and Wellness brands with a focus on building Ecosystems, and unique community-centric destinations, which connect International & local travellers. The Group`s current pipeline of lodging includes projects in numerous countries in the Middle East, Europe, and North Africa region. An expanding development pipeline of more than 55 lodging projects representing over 4, 500 keys planned across our international development pipeline.

Our Impact Every destination we develop and every concept we bring to life is driven by purpose and rooted in ESG, locality, sustainability, innovation, meaningful collaborations, that nurture ecosystems supporting community growth, guided by our values of Connection, Curation, Innovation, and Leading the Way.

Chief Engineer.

ABOUT THE PROPERTY

The House Hotel Kakheti aims to be Georgia`s leading destination, seamlessly blending Georgian wine culture, contemporary art, and authentic hospitality. Set within the region`s scenic natural beauty, the property is a 94-room luxury destination resort surrounded by expansive vineyards, landscaped gardens, and forest territory.

The resort features a Georgian Grill Restaurant, multiple barbecue areas, bonfire and designated picnic spaces. Leisure and wellness facilities include an outdoor swimming pool with pool bar, a spa with indoor pool and sauna, a fully equipped gym, tennis and padel courts, and an outdoor Kids Club.

Business and events infrastructure include the Ouspace business area, conference and meeting facilities, and the Kvareli Pavilion, a dedicated large-scale event venue accommodating up to 700 guests. The estate is further enhanced by vineyard areas, hiking and horse-riding trails, recreation zones, parking for up to 100 cars, bicycle and golf cart parking, and on-site staff accommodation.

Location: Conveniently located in Kakheti, the property is 40 km from Telavi, 130 km from Tbilisi International Airport, and approximately 140 km from Tbilisi city centre, offering accessibility while remaining immersed in nature.

ABOUT THE ROLE

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee all hotel engineering operations, including guest rooms, public areas, back-of-house, and technical systems.
• Manage preventive and corrective maintenance for electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, and building systems, using annual Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) schedules and a CMMS to track work orders and response times.
• Maintain guest-impacting systems (elevators, pool and spa equipment, kitchen and laundry equipment, water heating, Wi-Fi/IT infrastructure) to protect guest comfort and room availability.
• Work with Housekeeping and Front Office to return out-of-order rooms to service quickly, and run regular room and public-area inspections.
• Lead, train, and supervise the engineering team, including shift schedules, on-call coverage, performance reviews, and professional development.
• Plan and oversee repair, renovation, pre-opening, and infrastructure improvement projects, including their technical side.
• Monitor and reduce electricity, water, gas, and fuel consumption, and implement energy-saving and sustainability programs.
• Keep fire alarms, sprinklers, emergency lighting, generators, UPS, and evacuation systems tested, certified, and ready at all times.
• Maintain equipment, tools, and spare parts inventory, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, including lockout/tagout, permit-to-work, and PPE procedures. Investigate and report incidents.
• Ensure compliance with local building codes, authority inspections and licenses, and hotel brand and star-rating standards.
• Select, negotiate with, and supervise contractors and suppliers, and manage service contracts and warranties.
• Monitor budgets, expenses, and resource allocation, and prepare CAPEX plans, equipment replacement forecasts, and asset lifecycle strategies.
• Coordinate with other departments to support seamless hotel operations, including technical setups for banquets, conferences, and events (power, lighting, AV support).
• Lead emergency response for power outages, floods, fire, and equipment failures; run drills and keep contingency plans current.
• Keep technical documentation, drawings, manuals, maintenance logs, and certificates up to date, and report regularly to the General Manager.

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Bachelor`s degree in mechanical, electrical, or building engineering (or equivalent).
• 8-10 years of engineering experience, including 3-5 years in a senior role in a 4-5* hotel or comparable property.
• Strong knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, and building systems.
• Leadership, team management, and project coordination skills.
• Ability to read blueprints, manuals, and technical schematics.
• Problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Fluent in Georgian and English.

JOINING OUR TEAM MEANS:

• Competitive Compensation: A rewarding package tailored to your experience.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within our dynamic organisation.
• Inclusive Environment: A vibrant and inclusive workplace that encourages collaboration.
• Shared Purpose: Working with passionate people who live our values every day — connecting, innovating, curating, and leading the way together.

Interested candidates are welcome to send CVs on the following email address: vboisa@kertenhospitality.com and specify the position title in the subject line.