Regional Maintenance Manager

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With over 100 hotels in 20+ countries and more than 70 years of hospitality excellence, RIU Hotels & Resorts is a global leader known for exceptional service, innovation, and warm hospitality.

In Europe, our RIU Plaza city hotel brand continues to expand, setting standards in key urban destinations. We currently operate flagship properties in Madrid, Dublin, Berlin, and London. Join us as we continue to redefine urban excellence.

Position : Regional Maintenance Manager (Plaza Hotels - Europe)

Department : Maintenance (Corporate)

Location : Madrid, Spain (Corporate Base, subject to frequent international business trips)

About the Role

As Regional Maintenance Manager, you will hold corporate responsibility for overseeing the maintenance and engineering operations across all our RIU Plaza hotels in Europe. Based in Madrid, you will lead the Chief Engineers at each property, ensuring all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems operate efficiently while maintaining the highest safety, quality, and corporate standards.

What You’ll Do

• Supervise and standardize maintenance operations across all European Plaza hotels, ensuring reliability and efficiency.
• Develop and implement regional preventive maintenance programs and strategies to extend asset lifespan.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations in each country and centralized RIU Hotels & Resorts standards.
• Provide corporate leadership, technical support, and guidance to the Chief Engineer at each hotel.
• Drive and oversee energy management strategies across the region to optimize consumption and reduce costs.
• Work closely with Regional Operations Directors (ROD) and General Managers (GM) to ensure seamless hotel operations.
• Prepare consolidated reports, manage regional budgets, and develop maintenance plans for short- and long-term capital projects.
• Coordinate and benchmark external contractors for major repairs, renovations, and inspections across the portfolio.
• Audit and enforce all health and safety protocols to provide a safe environment for guests and staff.
• ️ What We’re Looking For
• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).
• Proven experience in a multi-property maintenance management role or as a Chief Engineer in a large, complex hospitality setting.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire safety systems, preferably in high‑rise buildings.
• Experience with energy efficiency strategies and corporate sustainability practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and maintenance management software (CMMS).
• Ability to lead remote teams, analyze complex problems, and manage budgets effectively.
• Fluency in both spoken and written English and Spanish is required (this role is based in Madrid managing an international portfolio).
• Availability to travel regularly to hotels in the region (Dublin, Berlin, London, etc.).

What You’ll Get

Why RIU Hotels & Resorts?

Your Growth is Our Priority : At RIU Hotels & Resorts, we believe in nurturing talent from within. We are proud to provide our team members with opportunities to advance their careers through training, mentorship, and internal promotions, ensuring your potential is recognized and rewarded—whether locally or internationally.

A Culture of Belonging : Join a team where your ideas and efforts truly matter. We foster an inclusive, collaborative environment where every voice is heard, and success is celebrated together.

Rewarding Your Commitment : Enjoy a career with competitive compensation, employee benefits, and perks that reflect our appreciation for your dedication and excellence.

Our Commitment

At RIU Hotels & Resorts, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion as fundamental pillars of our success. We welcome all applications, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We believe that a diverse team enriches our culture and drives excellence in service.

Additionally, we are firmly committed to sustainability and social responsibility. Through our Proudly Committed strategy, we place sustainability at the heart of all our decisions. This program reflects our dedication to minimizing environmental impact, promoting responsible practices, and making a positive contribution to the communities where we operate.

By joining RIU, you will become part of a company that not only strives for service excellence but also aims to create a positive impact on the world.

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