The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace Appoints Somanath S. Biradar as Director of Engineering

Hyderabad, India, 07th January 2026 – The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Somanath S. Biradar as Director of Engineering, strengthening the hotel’s leadership team with over two decades of extensive experience across hospitality, facility management, and large-scale engineering operations. 

 In his new role, Mr. Biradar will oversee all engineering and maintenance functions, with a focus on operational excellence, safety, sustainability, asset protection, and long-term infrastructure planning. His appointment reinforces the hotel’s commitment to delivering seamless guest experiences supported by robust and efficient engineering systems. 

 Mr. Biradar brings more than 20 years of hands-on experience, having held senior engineering leadership roles with leading international hotel brands. Prior to joining The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace, he served as Director of Engineering at The Westin Pune, following key positions at Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach, Renaissance Bengaluru Racecourse, and multiple Accor Hotels across India. His international exposure includes multi-property leadership roles in Portugal, Spain, and France with Muthu Hotels, where he managed operations, renovations, and new projects. 

 Known for his strong technical expertise and people-focused leadership, Mr. Biradar has deep knowledge of electrical systems, HVAC, chillers, boilers, energy management, and building safety systems. He has successfully led renovation projects, managed complex engineering operations, and supported hotel leadership teams with practical, results-driven solutions. 

 A Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Mr. Biradar is also certified in occupational health and safety, environmental management, food safety systems, and energy management. His professional journey is marked by multiple industry recognitions, including Chief Engineer of the Year and Best Guest Service Award, reflecting his commitment to quality, innovation, and guest satisfaction. 

 “I am excited to be part of The Westin Hyderabad Mindspace team. I look forward to strengthening engineering systems that enhance guest comfort, safety, and overall experience while supporting the hotel’s long-term operational goals.”

Somanath S. Biradar