Maintenance Manager – 4-Star Beach Resort

About the role

We are seeking an experienced, hands‑on Maintenance Manager to lead the engineering and maintenance team of a 4‑star beach resort in Zanzibar. The role ensures all resort facilities, equipment and technical systems operate safely, efficiently and in line with brand standards, supporting an excellent guest experience.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance of guest rooms, public areas, back‑of‑house, outdoor facilities and technical installations.
• Plan and execute preventive and corrective maintenance for electrical, plumbing, HVAC, pool, mechanical and other resort systems.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure timely completion of work orders.
• Lead, supervise and motivate the engineering and maintenance team, assign tasks and monitor performance.
• Prepare and manage the department budget, monitor expenses and control inventory of supplies and spare parts.
• Ensure compliance with fire safety, health, environmental and operational safety standards; conduct inspections and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with Housekeeping, Front Office, Food & Beverage, Security and other departments to resolve issues quickly.
• Prepare regular reports on maintenance activities, costs, KPIs and recommend improvements.

Required profile

• Proven experience in maintenance management, preferably within a hotel, resort or hospitality environment.
• Hands‑on technical background with ability to lead a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong focus on safety, compliance and cost‑effective operations.

Required skills

• Electrical systems
• Plumbing systems
• HVAC systems
• Mechanical systems
• Pool maintenance