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Senior Resort Engineer

Yasawa islands
Hospitality
Posted: 16-10-2025

Exciting opportunity to join the team at Barefoot Collection's! We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Senior Engineer to lead and manage our Engineering team at Barefoot Kuata Island Resort in Yasawas Islands

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee overall maintenance operations at the resort
  • Manage the continuous, reliable operation, maintenance and servicing of resorts desal power generator plants
  • Ensure the optimal function, maintenance, and chemical management of the desalination and water purification plant to provide a consistent, high-quality water supply
  • Maintain and repair the resort's fleet of outboard motors and marine-related equipment to ensure the safety and reliability of all guest and operations vessels
  • Supervise, train, and manage the engineering and maintenance team, delegating tasks and managing work schedules
  • Manage the inventory of spare parts and tools, and assist the General Manager with the departmental budget, ensuring cost control
  • Ensure all engineering operations comply with local regulations, safety standards, and environmental requirements

 

Experience & Qualifications

  • Minimum of [5+] years of experience in a senior engineering or chief engineer role, preferably within a remote resort or similar environment
  • Proven hands-on expertise with diesel power generation systems, marine outboard motors, and water desalination plants
  • Relevant engineering qualification (Mechanical, Electrical, or Marine Engineering degree/diploma preferred)
  • Ability to work independently, make critical decisions under pressure, and manage remote supply logistics

 

Final Note

This will be an island-based position with accommodation and meals will be provided while on site and on duty at the resort.
If you have a passion for the hospitality industry and a talent for above role, we want to hear from you! This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to the success of our island resort properties.

Interested candidates are to send in their applications together with CV, qualifications and references to: [email protected] or The Human Resources Manager, Box PD 153, Denarau, Nadi.

Applications close on the 30.10.25. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

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