Chief Engineer - QT Perth

Posted: Wednesday, 11 February 2026
Valid Thru: Friday, 13 March 2026
Index Requested on: 02/11/2026 02:16:24
Indexed on: 02/11/2026 02:16:24

Location: Perth, WA, 6000, AU

Industry: Hospitality & Leisure
Occupational Category: 37-3000.00 - Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

EVT is hiring!

Description:

QT Perth is part of EVT, and being a part of EVT means believing in changing the game. Why? Because no one wants ordinary. If you're seeking to be part of the kind of wow-factor moments you can help shape, then you've come to the right place.

About EVT:

As market-leading experience creators, we bring to life some of the best-known brands and properties in entertainment, ventures, and travel. Our portfolio includes over 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award-winning restaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo, Independent Collection by EVT and Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few.

About the Role:

QT Perth is seeking an experienced Chief Engineer to lead the hotel’s engineering and maintenance operations. This senior leadership role protects the integrity, safety and performance of the hotel’s building, plant and equipment while supporting EVT’s vision of creating experiences that escape the ordinary.

You will oversee all building services including Mechanical/HVAC, Electrical, Fire, Hydraulics and general maintenance. The role manages preventative maintenance programs, statutory compliance, essential services, contractor performance and departmental budgets. As part of the senior leadership team, you’ll work closely with hotel management and be available to support after‑hours operational or building‑related emergencies when required.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver effective maintenance services across all hotel departments
  • Manage work requests, contractors and procurement through myBuildings
  • Lead preventative maintenance planning and audit readiness
  • Maintain essential services, fire systems and WHS compliance
  • Oversee R& M budgets, utilities monitoring and capital works support
  • Ensure hazard‑free plant rooms, workshops and egress paths
  • Provide training, SOP development and emergency procedure readiness
  • Participate in WHS, EPC and ECO committees
  • Review contractor KPIs and identify sustainable maintenance practices

Skills & Experience:

  • 5+ years’ experience as a Maintenance Manager or Chief Engineer
  • Trade background
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Professional customer service and presentation
  • Ability to compute mathematical calculations
  • Effective, logical and resourceful problem‑solving skill

Desired skills:

  • Trade diploma, engineering degree or relevant tertiary qualification
  • Experience in 5‑star hospitality

Benefits & Perks:

  • Incredible team member discounts from your first day on-the-job.
  • 50% off stays at EVT hotels – Rydges, QT, Atura, Lylo and more.
  • $2 movie tickets, plus Moonlight, Gold Class, Candy Bar discounts and more.
  • Awesome winter and summer savings and discounts at Thredbo.
  • Rapid career growth opportunities through our EVT network.
  • Local community involvement, volunteering and charitable giving.
  • Australia and NZ’s largest and most diverse experiences company

Join QT Perth and become an EVT experience creator, opportunity taker, the ultimate Daymaker. Join and make a positive impact on our people, communities, and environment every day.

When you click apply, you’ll be taken to our secure EVT careers portal (powered by Dayforce). This is our official system for managing applications across the EVT Group. You’ll simply enter your details and answer a few quick screening questions so we can get to know you better.

Responsibilities:

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Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

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Benefits:

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