Head of Technical Services / Chief Engineer

• A completed technical mbo or hbo education, or demonstrable relevant work experience at a comparable level.
• At least 2 years of relevant work experience in a similar technical or leadership position (experience in a hotel or within hospitality is a plus).
• Knowledge of technical installations, relevant laws and regulations, and safety instructions.
• Experience with coordinating technical activities and managing a team.
• Good communication skills and the ability to organize tasks and multiple projects simultaneously and set priorities.
• Good command of the Dutch and English languages, both spoken and written.

• A salary between € 4,500 and € 5,600 gross (excluding holiday allowance) per month based on 38 hours per week, depending on knowledge, experience, and relevant qualifications, within the relevant job group of the Horeca-CAO.
• 25 vacation days per year (based on full-time employment).
• Travel allowance of €0.23 per km (up to €14.63 net per day, €286.50 per month).
• Free parking for team members OR within a 5-minute walk from Amsterdam Sloterdijk station.
• A laptop and phone provided for use.
• Delicious (warm) meals during your shift.
• 8% holiday allowance (paid annually in May).
• Pension scheme (PH&C) and participation in a supplementary pension scheme.
• Access to the benefits platform “Benefits at Work”, with attractive discounts on products and services from well-known brands and popular theme parks.
• ‘Recommend a friend’ program (up to €250 per referred colleague who comes to work with us).
• (International) training and growth opportunities within Radisson Hotel Group.
• Staff events such as the annual staff party, summer party, Sinterklaas party, department outings, and various social and sports activities.
• After your probation period, a ‘Know Where You Work’ program, so you can experience the guest journey yourself.
• Staff discount on overnight stays and F&B at Radisson Hotel Group worldwide, not only for yourself but also for family and friends, plus 50% discount on F&B in Radisson Blu and Park Inn by Radisson hotels in the Netherlands.

As Head of Technical Services, you are responsible for the technical management of the hotel and the integrated Congress Center. You ensure that all installations, from air conditioning and lighting to elevators and HVAC systems, function smoothly. With a total area of 29,357 m², 476 rooms, 21 meeting rooms including a large ballroom, and a rooftop event space, this hotel offers a challenging and varied technical playground.

This is a unique opportunity: our current Head of Technical Services will be retiring soon and is looking for a successor. We are looking for someone who can ideally start from January 2027, but the start date is negotiable. You will have the opportunity to be trained by the current Head of Technical Services, allowing you to take over all knowledge and experience directly and make a flying start.

You report to the General Manager (are part of the MT) and lead a mixed team of 1 assistant, 3 engineers, and 2 junior engineers. You coordinate the team and external suppliers, monitor the maintenance schedule, and ensure that everything remains safe, efficient, and operational.

• Leading the technical team and coaching and motivating colleagues;
• Developing and monitoring maintenance and repair plans for a building complex of 29,357 m²
• Supervising/holding responsibility for safety and technical procedures.
• Coordinating technical projects and renovations in a complex with various installations and systems;
• Monitoring the budget for maintenance and investments;
• Reporting to hotel management on technical performance and areas for improvement;
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and optimize the guest experience.

You are responsible for all installations with priority on safety laws and regulations including the necessary inspections and certifications, such as:

• Fire alarm system
• Evacuation system
• Sprinkler systems
• Emergency lighting
• Emergency power supply
• Elevators