Director of Engineering - Hospitality Business

Director of Engineering – Southern Germany | €55,000 – €60,000

I’m working with a well-established hospitality business in Southern Germany that’s looking for a Director of Engineering (m/f/d) to lead their technical operations team. This is a senior role overseeing all facilities, maintenance, and compliance on site, reporting directly to the General Manager.

Key Details:

Location: Southern GermanySalary: €55,000 – €60,000 per yearSchedule: Full-time, 5 days/week, with rotating weekend duty (every 3rd or 4th Saturday)Team: Leading a team of 2–3 engineersReports to: General Manager

Your Responsibilities:

Ensure the smooth, compliant operation of all technical systems and infrastructureOversee FLS (Fire Life Safety) procedures and liaise with the GM on safety mattersDeliver cost-effective, high-quality maintenance across the propertyLead, train, and develop a technical team; support younger team membersMaintain excellent relationships with external providers and regulatory bodiesAlign technical operations with company CSR and sustainability guidelines

Your Background:

Completed technical qualification or degree in building services, facility management, or similarSignificant experience in a comparable role (hospitality or building operations preferred)Strong knowledge of technical compliance, fire safety, and preventative maintenanceTeam leadership experience and a proactive, structured working styleFluent in German (minimum C1 level)

If you are interested, please reach out to Clay at COREcruitment – clay@corecruitment.com.