Director of Engineering – Southern Germany | €55,000 – €60,000

I’m working with a well-established hospitality business in Southern Germany that’s looking for a Director of Engineering (m/f/d) to lead their technical operations team.

This is a senior role overseeing all facilities, maintenance, and compliance on site, reporting directly to the General Manager.

Key Details:

Location: Southern Germany
Salary: €55,000 – €60,000 per year
Schedule: Full-time, 5 days/week, with rotating weekend duty (every 3rd or 4th Saturday)
Team: Leading a team of 2–3 engineers
Reports to: General Manager

Your Responsibilities:

• Ensure the smooth, compliant operation of all technical systems and infrastructure
• Oversee FLS (Fire Life Safety) procedures and liaise with the GM on safety matters
• Deliver cost-effective, high-quality maintenance across the property
• Lead, train, and develop a technical team; support younger team members
• Maintain excellent relationships with external providers and regulatory bodies
• Align technical operations with company CSR and sustainability guidelines

Your Background:

• Completed technical qualification or degree in building services, facility management, or similar
• Significant experience in a comparable role (hospitality or building operations preferred)
• Strong knowledge of technical compliance, fire safety, and preventative maintenance
• Team leadership experience and a proactive, structured working style
• Fluent in German (minimum C1 level)