Absheron Hotel Group is pleased to announce a vacancy for the position of Head of Engineering
Position: Head of Engineering
Company Description
Absheron Hotel Group (AHG), based in Baku, Azerbaijan, is a leading hospitality company in the region, managing a diverse portfolio of hotels and resorts across Azerbaijan, Türkiye, and Montenegro, with further expansion in the pipeline. The Group operates a mix of internationally branded hotels under global names and homegrown concepts, ranging from contemporary city hotels to upscale resorts. AHG creates unique guest experiences while setting new benchmarks in the hospitality industry. Currently AHG is planning to open an upscale hotel in Tbilisi and looking for the right candidate for Head of Engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all pre-opening engineering activities, including commissioning and handover of building systems, coordination with contractors, and setup of maintenance procedures.
• Manage departmental administration including records, technical documentation, and compliance certifications.
• Prepare timely reports and maintain updated equipment manuals, parts lists, and engineering drawings.
• Align engineering activities with company strategies and represent the department on the hotel’s Executive Committee.
• Conduct regular departmental meetings and ensure effective communication across the team.
• Prepare annual and revised engineering budgets with the Finance Department; monitor expenditures, utilities, and cost-control measures.
• Implement preventive maintenance programs and oversee property maintenance, renovations, landscaping, and guestroom servicing.
• Supervise external contractors, procurement of spare parts, and consumables; ensure cost efficiency.
• Conduct regular inspections of building systems, energy consumption, safety equipment, and environmental programs.
• Collaborate with Security on emergency response planning and safety training initiatives.
• Recruit, train, and develop engineering employees to maximize performance and growth.
• Conduct performance reviews, encourage innovation, and ensure compliance with fire safety, security, and operational procedures.
• Maintain professional relationships with peers, industry organizations, and external service providers.
• Participate in training sessions, leadership meetings, and assigned projects, including Duty Manager shifts.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in engineering management within the hospitality industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of building systems, preventive maintenance, and energy efficiency practices.
• Ability to manage budgets, projects, and teams effectively.
• Commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Excellent leadership, planning, and organizational skills.
• Fluency in Georgian and English languages; Russian/Turkish preferred.
• This position offers a competitive career opportunity.

Please send your CV in English to careers@absheronhotelgroup.com till October 10th, 2025. Please indicate the name of the position “Head of Engineering” in the subject line of the email.