At Staycity Group, we bring together two leading aparthotel brands — Staycity Aparthotels and Wilde Aparthotels — united by a shared commitment to modern, flexible hospitality. Across our properties and support teams, our goal is simple: to deliver exceptional experiences for our guests and create an environment where our people can do their best work.
Whether you’re joining our operations or head office teams, you’ll be part of a fast-growing European hospitality group built on our values of curiosity, drive, collaboration, kindness, and respect. We’re a diverse and inclusive team that encourages you to bring your unique self to work — because we believe great hospitality starts with people who feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

The role:

As a Senior Energy Engineer within our rapidly growing ESG team, you will take a leadership role in shaping and delivering Staycity’s energy strategy across our portfolio in the UK, Ireland, and mainland Europe. You will be responsible for driving high-impact energy initiatives, optimising building performance, and supporting the integration of innovative technologies across both existing and new developments.

This is a strategic and hands-on position, combining technical expertise with project leadership and stakeholder management. You will oversee complex energy programmes, provide expert guidance across the business, and play a key role in embedding a strong culture of energy efficiency and sustainability. Regular travel across the estate will be required.

Benefits:

• Paid family leave (>1 year of service)

• Flexible working patterns

• Generous holiday allowance

• Matched pension contributions

• Health and Dental Insurance

• Bonus scheme that rewards high performers; based on our core values and tied to individual property goals

• Discounted rates for overnight stays for you, your family and friends

• Refer and earn scheme if you successfully refer a friend to work with us

• Cycle to work scheme- to support a healthy lifestyle and our planet

• Education Support to help you foster new skills

• Volunteer days: 2 paid volunteer days per year

• Support for you and your family when you need it with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We would love you to have:

• 5+ years’ experience in energy management, with a strong focus on building services, controls, and operational performance

• Strong technical expertise in domestic hot water systems, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning

• Advanced experience with Building Management Systems, including controls strategy, hardware, and software integration

• Extensive knowledge of current energy design standards, operational technologies, and industry best practices

• Strong understanding of building and energy regulations and compliance requirements

• Working knowledge of carbon management and carbon accounting methodologies

• Proven experience in managing projects and working with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment

• Strong communication skills with fluency in written and spoken English

• A proactive, solutions-driven mindset with the ability to lead initiatives and influence stakeholders

• Solid practical experience within building services and operational maintenance environments

What you can do for us:

• Lead the identification, development, and delivery of energy efficiency opportunities across the estate

• Oversee the monitoring and in-depth analysis of energy consumption data to drive performance improvements and inform strategic decisions

• Provide technical leadership on building services systems, including domestic hot water, HVAC, and power systems optimisation

• Manage and deliver energy upgrade projects such as solar PV, heat pumps, battery storage, and other low-carbon technologies

• Act as the key point of contact for internal stakeholders, including operational teams and Energy Working Groups, to drive accountability and results

• Manage relationships with external consultants and contractors, ensuring projects are scoped, delivered, and commissioned to a high standard

• Lead the development and continuous improvement of energy management procedures, standards, and best practices

• Produce and present detailed energy performance reports at estate, building, and system level to senior stakeholders

• Drive optimisation and innovation within Building Management Systems, improving controls, integration, and overall building performance

• Support carbon management initiatives, including tracking, reporting, and reduction strategies aligned with ESG targets

If you thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment where ambiguity is met with enthusiasm and determination, and if you lead with kindness, clarity, and curiosity, we’d love to hear from you.

Start your Staycity Group journey — apply now!