Chief Engineer (St. Petersburg)

Company Description SkyBeach Resort is a luxury, resort-style hotel located in scenic St. Petersburg, Florida. The resort focuses on delivering an outstanding guest experience in a tech-forward yet relaxing environment. With amenities such as a private beach and marina, SkyBeach Resort aims to set a new standard in modern hospitality. Team members collaborate across departments to maintain high service standards and ensure that every guest enjoys a memorable stay.

Role Description The Head Engineer is a full-time, on-site role based at SkyBeach Resort in St. Petersburg, FL. This position oversees all engineering and maintenance operations, including routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and timely repairs for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. The Head Engineer coordinates and supervises the engineering team, manages work orders, ensures safety and compliance with local regulations, and partners closely with hotel leadership to support guest comfort and operational efficiency. The role also involves monitoring building systems, managing vendor relationships, planning capital improvements, and maintaining detailed maintenance records and reports.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in hotel, resort, or commercial facility engineering, including supervision or team leadership.
• Strong technical knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical) and preventive maintenance practices.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex maintenance issues, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with safety standards, local building codes, and environmental regulations relevant to hospitality facilities.
• Proficiency with maintenance management software, digital work order systems, and basic computer applications.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
• Proven capability to develop and implement maintenance schedules, budgets, and long-term improvement plans.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical certification, trade school, or engineering degree strongly preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends as needed, and to perform physically active tasks safely.
• Prior experience in a coastal or marine-adjacent environment and familiarity with waterfront or marina infrastructure is a plus.