The Ritz-Carlton, Pune has announced the appointment of Mr. Sachin Patil as Director of Engineering. He brings with him more than 20 years of experience across luxury hotel engineering operations, preventive maintenance, and facilities management.

In his new role, Sachin Patil will oversee the hotel’s entire engineering ecosystem. His responsibilities will include maintaining the highest standards of safety, driving operational efficiency, and supporting sustainability initiatives across the property. He will lead the engineering team, strengthen preventive maintenance systems, and introduce infrastructure initiatives aimed at further enhancing the guest experience.

Sachin joins The Ritz-Carlton, Pune after serving as Chief Engineer at Courtyard by Marriott, Pune Hinjewadi. During his tenure, he led several high-impact projects, including the installation of an EV charging station and a bottling plant. He also oversaw the deployment of high-efficiency chillers and diesel generators, along with the conversion of the hotel’s lighting systems to 100% LED with dimmer controls.

His work on water treatment systems, kitchen upgrades, and wider infrastructure enhancements played a key role in improving operational efficiency while also reducing the property’s carbon footprint.

Across his career with leading international hotel brands, Sachin has been closely involved in pre-opening projects, large-scale engineering assignments, and operational optimisation in both domestic and international markets. His expertise spans BMS systems, HVAC, electrical and mechanical engineering, plumbing, and overall facilities oversight. He is well regarded for his disciplined approach to preventive maintenance, cost control, vendor management, and sustainability-led practices.

The appointment of Sachin Patil underlines The Ritz-Carlton, Pune’s continued focus on operational excellence, responsible luxury, and delivering a seamless guest experience supported by strong engineering leadership and world-class infrastructure.