Westgate Resorts · 21 hours ago
Chief Engineer
Westgate Resorts is a renowned hospitality company focused on creating remarkable guest experiences. The Chief Engineer plays a critical role in ensuring optimal resort operations and leading the engineering team to drive innovation and excellence in service.
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Responsibilities
Lead daily engineering and maintenance operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant resort operations
Develop and execute the strategic vision for the Engineering Department in alignment with resort goals
Coach, mentor, and develop the Engineering team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence
Oversee HVAC, refrigeration, and other critical building systems, including troubleshooting, repair, and installation
Manage scheduling, budgeting, capital reserves, P&L reviews, and departmental resources
Plan and execute Capital and Reserve projects from concept through completion on time and within budget
Build and maintain relationships with vendors, contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance and effective partnerships
Manage procurement, inventory, and control of tools, equipment, and materials
Perform hands-on maintenance and repairs as needed
Adhere to all company policies and consistently represent Westgate Resorts professionally
Qualification
Required
3–5 years of leadership experience in engineering or a similar role at a property of at least 200 units
Valid driver's license with clean driving record is required
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to lead with focus and enthusiasm
Proficient in English (reading, writing, speaking)
Ability to lift, push, pull, or move 50+ pounds
Flexible to work weekends, holidays, and varying schedules
Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills
Ability to read blueprints, technical documents, and O&M manuals
Experience working on ladders, scaffolding, lifts, and in confined spaces
Required to pass a background check, drug test, and prove eligibility to work in the United States
Preferred
Certified Pool Operator (CPO) preferred
Licenses or certifications in trades such as refrigeration, plumbing, or electrical preferred
OSHA safety certification preferred
Proficiency in resort operations systems (HotSOS preferred)
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits – medical, dental and vision
Paid Time Off (PTO) – vacation, sick, and personal
Paid Holidays
401K with generous company match
Get access to your pay as you need it with our Daily Pay benefit
Family benefits including pregnancy, and parental leave and adoption assistance
Wellness Programs
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition Assistance
Military Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Insurance
Pet Insurance
Exclusive discounts for Team Member (i.e., hotels, cruise, resorts, restaurants, entertainment, etc.)
Advancement & development opportunities
Community Involvement Programs
Company
Westgate Resorts
Westgate Resorts is a resort company.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$206M2024-06-11Debt Financing· $206M
Leadership Team
Recent News
2026-01-22
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