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? ?? ??????????? ??????????? is partnering with an international hospitality group to appoint an experienced French speaking ???????? ?? ??????????? for the pre-opening of an internationally branded hotel in Benin The Director of Engineering will oversee all technical aspects of the hotel during pre-opening and ongoing operations. This includes plant commissioning, maintenance strategy, safety compliance, and long-term asset protection. The Director of Engineering will manage plant commissioning, MEP installation and testing, and ensure all systems are delivered in line with brand standards and operational readiness timelines. The role includes implementing preventative maintenance programs, asset management strategies, and ensuring full compliance with health, safety, fire, and environmental regulations. You will also drive energy efficiency initiatives, oversee maintenance budgeting and CAPEX planning, and recruit, train, and lead the engineering team ahead of opening. Strong pre-opening experience within internationally branded hotels is essential, along with solid knowledge of HVAC, BMS, generators, and fire/life safety systems. Fluency in French and English is required. Key Responsibilities · Lead technical handover from project team to operations · Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of all MEP systems · Implement preventative maintenance programs and asset management plans · Ensure full compliance with health, safety, fire, and environmental regulations · Manage energy conservation and sustainability initiatives · Build and train engineering team prior to opening · Manage maintenance budgets and CAPEX planning Experience & Profile · 5–10 years’ engineering leadership within international branded hotels · Strong pre-opening and project handover experience essential · Degree/Diploma in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical preferred) · Strong knowledge of hotel systems (HVAC, BMS, fire/life safety, generators) · Fluent in French & English - essential ???????????? – On Application with Benefits. (Full family package for expats) PLEASE NOTE – Although we appreciate all applications, we will only reply to those candidates who meet our clients specific requirements. Thank you for your understanding
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