Chief Engineer in Australia

Chief Engineer – Luxury Island Resorts

Location: Fiji
Compensation: Approx. $6,000 USD net per month
Benefits: Executive accommodation, meals provided, annual return flight, 30 days annual leave, 10 public holidays, medical insurance, work permit sponsorship, and additional company benefits

We are recruiting on behalf of an award-winning luxury island resort group in Fiji seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to oversee all engineering, maintenance, and infrastructure operations across two exclusive island properties. This is a unique opportunity for a hands-on engineering leader with strong technical expertise, proven preventative maintenance experience, and the ability to lead and develop high-performing teams in a remote island environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of all resort infrastructure, implementing preventative maintenance programs, managing engineering projects, and maintaining the highest operational standards across both properties.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Engineering and Landscaping teams across two luxury island resorts
• Oversee all resort infrastructure, including power generation, reverse osmosis plants, sewerage treatment systems, generators, HVAC, refrigeration, pools, and utilities
• Implement and manage preventative maintenance programs across guest rooms, facilities, vehicles, and equipment
• Manage maintenance projects, contractor relationships, and capital improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, fire safety, environmental, cyclone, and disaster management procedures
• Oversee landscaping, waste management, recycling operations, and resort infrastructure maintenance
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, reporting, and administrative systems
• Mentor, coach, and develop the local engineering workforce while driving operational improvements and best practices

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Previous Chief Engineer or senior Engineering leadership experience within a luxury resort or branded hotel environment
• Electrical or Mechanical Engineering background required
• Strong knowledge of reverse osmosis plants, generators, sewerage treatment systems, HVAC, and resort infrastructure
• Proven experience implementing preventative maintenance systems and asset management programs
• Remote island or resort experience is highly preferred; previous Fiji experience is an advantage
• Strong IT, administration, and contractor management skills
• Patient, resilient leader with a passion for coaching and developing local teams
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities with a hands-on management style

Voceer presents this job opportunity for COREcruitment, a 50 person sized company who are categorized as a Recruitment Agency.

This position is being managed by COREcruitment, a reputable recruitment agency known for placing candidates in desirable positions.