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Chief Engineer

The Clayfield

18 Clayfield Commons
Niagara On The Lake, ON L0S 1J0
Canada

Hotel with 102 Rooms
Managed By Urgo Hotels & Resorts Canada
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Chief Engineer – The Clayfield Hotel, part of the Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Location:         Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
Opening           Late Spring 2026

The Clayfield Hotel, part of the Unbound Collection by Hyatt — a new102-room luxury boutique property opening in the heart of Niagara-on-the-Lake — is seeking a hands-on Chief Engineer with strong technical expertise and a solid understanding of hotel operations. The ideal candidate is highly skilled in building systems and maintenance and takes pride in supporting an exceptional guest environment through reliable, well-managed facilities. This is a unique opportunity to build the engineering function of a new luxury hotel from the ground up.

What You’ll Do
  • Participate in construction handover and commissioning of building systems; organize manuals, warranties, and training for pre-opening readiness.
  • Build, launch, and manage the hotel’s preventive maintenance program, ensuring all tasks are completed and documented.
  • Set up vendor and contractor accounts for elevators, fire systems, kitchen servicing, waste removal, pest control, landscaping, and other specialized trades.
  • Establish maintenance procedures, logs, and work-order processes to ensure a smooth opening of The Clayfield.
  • Oversee all maintenance operations for guestrooms, corridors, public spaces, spa, meeting rooms, restaurant and kitchen, administrative areas, and the hotel exterior.
  • Perform and supervise repairs for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, refrigeration, and general building systems.
  • Maintain and troubleshoot kitchen equipment, BAS controls, and guestroom technologies.
  • Conduct regular property inspections to identify issues before they impact guests or operations.
  • Maintain fire and life-safety systems, including alarms, sprinklers, extinguishers, emergency lighting, and generators, ensuring full regulatory compliance.
  • Hire, lead, train, schedule, and support a small engineering team, creating a culture of safety, pride, and accountability.
  • Support and oversee waste management practices, ensuring proper handling, storage, and disposal in line with environmental standards and operational efficiency.
  • Support annual operating and capital budget planning; manage tools, parts, and inventory.
  • Respond quickly to work orders and guest-impact issues to keep The Clayfield running smoothly and looking its best.

What You Bring
  • 5+ years of experience in hotel engineering, building operations, or maintenance roles.
  • Strong ability to diagnose and repair a wide range of building systems.
  • Experience supervising or leading a maintenance team.
  • Solid understanding of Ontario safety and building standards (Fire Code, ESA, OHSA, TSSA).
  • Comfortable working hands-on and responding to operational needs with urgency and professionalism.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across all departments at The Clayfield.
  • Flexibility to support on-call and emergency response requirements.

Why Join Us
  • Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and long-term growth.
  • A rare opportunity to shape the engineering function of a brand-new luxury hotel.
  • Work within a collaborative environment supported by ownership, Hyatt’s Unbound Collection, and Urgo Hotels & Resorts.
  • Access to Hyatt colleague travel benefits.
  • A workplace culture rooted in respect, craftsmanship, and pride of place in beautiful Niagara-on-the-Lake.


Posted May 27, 2026

About The Clayfield

LUXURIOUS HAVEN AMID NIAGARA’S WONDERS

Opening late summer 2026, The Clayfield - part of Hyatt’s Unbound Collection -brings a fresh sense of place to Niagara-on-the-Lake. Inspired by the land around it, The Clayfield is where thoughtful design meets genuine connection, shaped by the textures, tones, and rhythm of the vineyards, clay soil, and open skies.
With 102 beautifully considered guest rooms, a calming spa, and dining rooted in local ingredients, The Clayfield invites guests to slow down, savour the season, and feel at ease in every moment.
Join our opening team and help bring this vision to life - a place built on warmth, craft, and connection, where everyone plays a part in creating something quietly special.

About Urgo Hotels & Resorts Canada


Welcome to Urgo Hotels Canada

Urgo Hotels Canada is always striving for excellence and has been a leader in the hotel industry for over 40 years, specializing in the management, acquisition, development and repositioning of hotel properties. Our recent partnership with Hersha Hospitality Management (HHM) has expanded our reach to over 235 hotels in North America, including 17 in Quebec.

At Urgo Hotels Canada, our actions are guided by four core values that define our corporate culture and commitment: Entrepreneurship, solution-oriented approach, positive leadership and collaboration. Join us to thrive in a dedicated team and contribute to creating memorable experiences for our clients.

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