Company Description
Experience the magic of working at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, a timeless Vancouver landmark known as the ‘Castle in the City’. With its majestic chateau-style architecture, copper green roof, and historic gargoyles, this stunning hotel has been captivating visitors since 1939. Located in the heart of downtown Vancouver on prestigious Georgia Street, the hotel is surrounded by a dynamic arts scene, vibrant shopping, exciting nightlife, and world-class dining. Join our cherished team, and be part of an unforgettable hospitality experience. You’ll help create lasting memories for our guests in a setting that’s as exceptional as you are!
Job Description
Assistant Director of Engineering
At the iconic Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, known as the “Castle in the City”, we don’t just maintain a building; we preserve a legacy.
As Assistant Director of Engineering, you will play a critical leadership role in protecting and enhancing one of Vancouver’s most historic and celebrated luxury hotels. As the second-in-command within the Engineering Department, you will partner with the Director of Engineering to lead strategy, operations, and execution across all engineering functions.
You will help ensure the seamless performance of a complex, heritage property while delivering the exceptional standards of safety, sustainability, and guest comfort that define the Fairmont experience. In the absence of the Director, you will confidently step in to lead the department.
This is a hands-on leadership role for a technically strong, people-focused leader who takes pride in maintaining iconic spaces and developing high-performing teams.
What’s In It For You
An inclusive, empowering, and positive company culture where people are at the heart of everything we do
Competitive annual salary starting at $90,000, with regular salary reviews and potential salary increases based on performance, demonstrated capabilities, and market benchmarks.
Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance for those meeting eligibility requirements
Company-matched pension plan, and Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan program access
Paid time off: 15 vacation days annually (increasing with tenure), 12 statutory holidays, plus paid birthday leave
TransLink travel reimbursement program
Complimentary duty meals and dry-cleaning of business attire
Exclusive access to the Pacific Northwest Food & Beverage Discount Program with 50% off at our dining destinations in Vancouver, Victoria, and Whistler
Colleague benefit card offering discounted room and food & beverage rates at Accor properties worldwide for you and your family




Complimentary hotel stay for newly hired colleagues with breakfast for two through our BE OUR GUEST program
Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
Opportunities to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
The chance to have fun at work alongside passionate hospitality professionals who are committed to making the world a more welcoming place
The prospect to work in a luxury hotel environment within a Vancouver heritage building with a historic legacy dating back to 1939
What You Will Be Doing
Leadership & Operations
Act as a trusted partner and deputy to the Director of Engineering
Provide daily leadership across engineering, maintenance, and POMEC operations
Support and develop department leaders and frontline colleagues
Serve as Acting Director of Engineering as required
Guest Experience Excellence
Ensure engineering operations consistently enable exceptional, personalized guest experiences
Lead prompt and effective resolution of guest-related engineering concerns
Collaborate with Rooms and Guest Experience teams to elevate service delivery
Maintenance & Asset Stewardship
Oversee preventive maintenance programs across guestrooms, public spaces, and critical systems
Ensure optimal performance of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing infrastructure
Balance modern system performance with the care and preservation required in a heritage building
Drive continuous improvement in asset protection and lifecycle planning
Capital Projects & Heritage Preservation
Support the planning and execution of capital projects and renovations
Contribute to long-term engineering strategy and investment planning
Represent Engineering in cross-functional project teams
Financial Stewardship
Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost control initiatives
Identify opportunities for efficiency while maintaining luxury standards
People & Culture
Recruit, develop, and inspire a high-performing engineering team
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Support colleague engagement, recognition, and career growth
Lead and support teams within a unionized environment, ensuring alignment with collective agreements and fostering positive labour relations
Safety, Compliance & Sustainability
Ensure full compliance with BC Building Code, Fire Code,



and WorkSafeBC standards
Lead emergency preparedness and risk management efforts
Champion sustainability initiatives aligned with Fairmont’s environmental commitments
Support audit readiness including ECOSURE and LQA
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For
Required: Power Engineer Certification (Minimum 4th Class – 2nd Class preferred)
5–7+ years of engineering leadership experience in a luxury hotel or complex property
Proven success in a senior engineering leadership or deputy role
Strong technical expertise in building systems and maintenance operations
Experience managing teams, capital projects, and operational budgets
Solid knowledge of regulatory compliance, safety, and heritage property considerations
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Experience working in a unionized environment and interpreting collective agreements is considered an asset
Engineering diploma or degree considered an asset
Schedule & Operational Expectations
Participate in a rotating weekend coverage schedule (Saturdays and Sundays)
Be available to respond to off-hours emergencies, including overnight and on scheduled days off
Work occasional overnight shifts for special projects, system upgrades, or training
Working Environment
Hands-on leadership role requiring mobility throughout a large, historic property
Regular physical activity, including lifting (up to 30 lbs) and navigating ladders and stairs
Rapid-paced environment supporting a 24/7 luxury hotel operation
Work within a unionized environment; engineering colleagues are members of a collective bargaining unit
Collaborate and lead effectively within the framework of a collective agreement
Additional Information
Visa Requirements
Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.
Our Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.
Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/
Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo!
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