Maintenance Engineer

The Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort and Spa invites qualified Caymanians, Status/RERC/PR Holders to apply for the following positions: Maintenance Engineer The dynamic Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for independently managing and executing maintenance operations at our Luxury Resort. Reporting directly to the Maintenance Manager, the essential functions of this role may include and is not limited to, electrical work, carpentry, painting, plumbing and general maintenance whilst adhering to safety and quality standards in a high-end hospitality environment. Primary responsibilities for the Maintenance Engineer role will include the following:

• Perform repairs and maintenance across multiple trades, including plumbing (leaks, fixtures, drains), wall vinyl repair/replacement, electrical (lighting, outlets, switches), minor carpentry (furniture fixes, door adjustments), etc.
• Conduct preventive maintenance inspections as needed to ensure reliability and energy efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and repair malfunctions using diagnostic tools, technical manuals, and safe practices; escalate complex issues to the Maintenance Manager or on-call supervisor as needed.
• Log all work performed accurately in the maintenance system, including time spent, parts used, issue description, resolution details, and completion status; maintain detailed records for follow-up and reporting.
• Respond promptly to emergency calls during overnight shifts, including after-hours guest room issues, public area safety concerns, equipment failures, or power/water disruptions.
• Assist with minor renovations, fixture installations, painting/touch-ups, and special projects as directed, ensuring work meets luxury brand quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance storage and work areas; monitor and report low stock levels of commonly used parts and materials.
• Ensure full compliance with local building codes, fire safety regulations, occupational health and safety standards, hotel policies, hazardous material handling, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Interact courteously and professionally with guests when performing in-room repairs; explain work being done and minimize inconvenience.
• Collaborate with Front Office, Housekeeping, Security, and other departments to coordinate access, prioritize urgent requests, and support overall hotel operations during overnight hours.
• Participate in shift handovers, morning briefings, and departmental meetings to communicate completed work, pending items, and any overnight incidents.
• Other duties may be assigned based on business needs.

Required qualifications and experience

• 5-6 years of specific experience as Maintenance Engineer in a Luxury Hotel environment.
• Diploma or Certificate verifying technical skills will be required.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics.
• Strong technical skills in plumbing, electrical, mechanical, carpentry repairs and general maintenance required.
• Knowledge of machines, computers, tools, equipment and systems.
• Heavy work, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Must be able to understand the potential hazards and subsequent procedures involved in working around commercial cleaning agents and various types of machinery.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English, the primary language used in the workplace.
• Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to multitask while being goal- and results-oriented.
• Must be flexible to work long hours and all required shifts including early mornings, late evenings/nights, weekends and public holidays.

Pay range: C.I $9.00 - $11.00 hourly plus gratuities Benefits will include Health Insurance, Pension, Vacation & other benefits as required by Cayman Islands Laws. Deadline to apply is October 9th, 2026