Engineering Supervisor (Hotel Maintenance)
€3,500 - €4,000 per month
Key Skills
Job Description
Are you a hands-on leader who loves to keep a building run smoothly, while also excelling at administration and supplier management? Then keep reading!
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Based in Amsterdam
Full-time (32-40 hours)
Salary package starting at €3.547,69 gross per month based on 40 hours and varying based on experience.
Start per direct
Mixed leadership role of hotel facility management & administrative tasks
TELL ME MORE
As our Engineering Supervisor, you’ll be responsible for the smooth-running of our entire building (its resources and the building itself), while leading the department.
You’ll spend around 50% of your time on administration, managing suppliers, landlord issues, maintenance records, and compliance, making sure everything runs like a well-oiled machine behind the scenes.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
No day looks the same… but here’s a glimpse of what you can expect:
Be a smooth operator: Take ownership of the maintenance plan, ensuring that our building (hotel rooms, public spaces & back of house areas) stay in top condition. Manage suppliers and contractors end-to-end: from sourcing, requesting, and reviewing quotes, to contracting and following up on performance (incl. Capex projects).
Love to troubleshoot: Act as the troubleshooter in case of issues, ranging from common repairs, sanitary facilities, lighting, door mechanics, HVAC, paintwork, and more. Provide guidance and support to our Hotel Engineer in solving technical issues quickly and effectively.
Administration hero: Record and manage all repairs in our Building Management System and Maintenance program. Manage supplier documentation and service contracts. Monitor Building Management System, supplies, request purchase orders when needed, and maintain cost controls. Ensure compliance with local fire life safety regulations and other technical standards.
Safety first: Conduct regular inspections of the property to identify and address any maintenance issues or hazards. Guarantee that the building complies with local regulations and Zoku standards, keeping safety and sustainability at the core.
WE LOVE PEOPLE WHO...
Bring good vibes to the work floor, are genuinely friendly and approachable.
Have a hands-on mentality and are not afraid of getting their hands dirty.
Have strong organizational and administrative skills, with an eye for detail.
Have experience in leading a small team.
Are multi-tasking pros, handling multiple tasks, projects, and responsibilities all whilst keeping a cool head and a warm heart.
A FEW MUST HAVES
You have a min. of 3 years’ experience in a similar position, preferably in hospitality or building management.
You have provable technical knowledge (HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, troubleshooting & repair).
You are experienced in supplier management & contract administration.
You are fluent in English, Dutch is a plus.
You are an EU resident or have a valid working permit for The Netherlands.
You are based in The Netherlands as relocation is not possible for this role.
You are fully flexible, no fixed working days / hours as sometimes you will be working on Saturdays.
You are available for a minimum of 32 hours per week.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
Work in a Place People Actually Want to Be: You’ll join an international team filled with people who genuinely care about hospitality, creativity, and community. Plus, exciting training and events to celebrate every step of the journey!
A salary package in scale VIII starting at €3.547,69 gross per month (based on full-time)
A 40% discount on food & drinks for you and up to 4 friends
Discounted Employee- and Friends & Family rates across all Zoku locations (Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Vienna and Paris)
Staff meals straight from our Living Kitchen (yes, the same food our guests eat!) with the best views in town
A free night stay for you and a +1 in your first 3 months – plus another free night at any Zoku location for your birthday celebration
Access to all community events, team celebrations, and after work drinks
A personal budget after your first year: spend it on extra days off, learning, or take it as cash
Check out all benefits here.
WHAT WE ARE PROUD OF
Zoku combines the energy of a lifestyle brand with the warmth of a close knit team. We challenge traditional hospitality by creating spaces where people genuinely connect, whether they’re staying for one night or several months.
Next to our award-winning design and our global press fan club, we’re proud to be a certified B Corp across all our locations, meaning we care deeply about people, community, and doing business with a heart (not just as a marketing line).
WHAT THE ZOKU?!
We’re Zoku. Designed for the new generation of business travelers, we’re so much more than a long stay hotel. We’re a place you can call your second home, even on your first visit. We’ve created a hive of private Lofts and rooftop Social Spaces, so you can stay connected and well rested as you live and work throughout Europe. Throw yourself into your work and play, and effortlessly discover one of our home cities. It will be your home city next.
READY? Hit apply and tell us why this role — and Amsterdam— has your name on it.
Core Responsibilities
The Engineering Supervisor is responsible for the smooth operation of the building, including maintenance planning, supplier management, and administrative compliance. They also lead the department, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure the property meets safety and sustainability standards.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in hospitality or building management, with proven technical knowledge in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems. Strong administrative skills, supplier management experience, and the ability to work in the Netherlands are mandatory.
Benefits
- Salary package
- Food and drinks discount
- Employee and friends and family rates
- Staff meals
- Free night stay
- Community events
- Team celebrations
- Personal budget
About Zoku
Industry: Hospitality
Company size: 51-200 employees
Zoku provides a home for business travelers and remote workers who want to live and work in a city for a few days to a few months. We’re a new type of business hotel offering a relaxed place to live, cowork, and socialize – while wiring you into the local scene. Here's everything you need to know about us: THE END OF THE HOTEL ROOM Sleep, work, dine, repeat: all from your own private Zoku Loft. Bye-bye traditional hotel rooms. We did 150 interviews with our target audience and made 6 different prototypes to create the award-winning Zoku Loft: a spacious micro apartment designed for living comfortably and working efficiently. In a regular hotel room or studio apartment, the bed always dominates. In the Zoku Loft, the big kitchen table serves as a focal point, shifting the center of the space from the bed to the living room. Now you have a truly livable home to explore Paris and work abroad for as long as you want. ROOFTOP MEETING ROOMS & EVENT SPACES Say goodbye to boring conference rooms and dull events. Our rooftop meeting venue is designed to fuel connections, spark ideas, and drive productivity. All of our meeting rooms are flooded with natural light and have amazing views overlooking the city. On top of this, our friendly team of Sidekicks is on hand to help with whatever you may need, whether that’s providing delicious food and drinks from our on-site restaurant or helping you book an overnight stay in a Loft. Host a brainstorm session, networking event, presentation, or workshop, we can do it all! COWORKING & COMMUNITY Join a coworking community where everyone knows your name. Tons of natural light? Check! Inspiring spaces with friendly people? Double check! Discover our rooftop coworking spaces on the top floor of every Zoku. We offer Day Passes (with delicious lunch) and monthly coworking memberships. LOCATED IN LIVELY EUROPEAN CITIES Find us in some of Europe's most livable cities: Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Paris, Vienna, and more to come!