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!

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 solid, 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: 15vacation 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 opportunity 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

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

Fast-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

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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