Chief Engineer

Key Skills 

• Responsible to manage all aspects of maintenance staff on a daily basis. Directs, coordinates and performs routine, preventive and emergency interior / exterior maintenance and repairs to obtain optimum efficiency and economy of hotel operations.
• Directs the Engineering staff, accounting/budgeting, asset protection, inventory control and human resources.

Key Deliverables 

·        Familiar and complies with the hotels mission and standards in performing maintenance activities.

·        Maximise maintenance team potential with a balanced focus on operations, guests, employee and owners satisfaction.

·        Represents the engineering department during the daily HOD morning meetings.

·        Prioritise, plan, schedule assign and supervise the engineering department staff.

·        Oversee the maintenance tasks, work orders and special projects ensuring timely and accurate completion.

·        Respond to guest's maintenance needs promptly and ensure guests receive professional, efficient prompt and courteous service to hotel standards.

·        Maintain the physical appearance and operational efficiency of the hotel including physical. mechanical, electrical, plumbing etc.

·        Installation & maintenance of all equipment related to HVAC, DG Sets, Water treatment, Fire Safety etc.

·        Ensure proper records are kept relating to all plant and equipment for the hotel including repair and service records.

·        Prepare reports as required by the Housekeeping Manager and General Manager.

·        Ensure that stores have adequate stocks of materials, equipment and tools and are kept in a clean and safe environment.

·        Take responsibility for the cleanliness and safety aspects of all plant and mechanical equipment rooms.

Attend all Facility Management/Property meetings as required, passing on ·        necessary information to the maintenance team in regular junior staff meetings.

·        Ensure the proper use and periodic maintenance of all equipment.

·        Perform daily and weekly property document inspections.

·        Ensure property, grounds, physical plant and work areas are maintained to standard and that all safety equipment and conditions are to code.

·        Establish and maintain department equipment and supply inventory levels appropriate to property requirements

·        Provide training to staff on supplies, inventory, maintenance and ordering procedures.

·        Train engineering department staff on correct maintenance procedures and assists in repairs as needed.

·        Maintain, monitor and test hotel's emergency and security systems, features like Fire Alarm, CCTV, baggage scanners etc.

·        Discuss with GM / Owner / Department heads on maintenance status and inspection reports.

·        Respond to corporate and management inquires.

·        Develop, implement, and direct all emergency programs.

·        Develop, implement and manage energy conservation programs for the property to minimise expenses.

·        Coordinate with the equipment suppliers for AMC and any outstanding issues.

·        Ensure maintenance staff is wearing proper uniforms with name tag and upholds hotels grooming and hygiene standards.

·        Responsible for quality service, meeting/exceeding financial goals, short- and long-term planning and day-to-day operations.

Position Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of building management/engineering with positive attitude, Good communication skills and Committed to delivering a high level of customer service
• Bachelor of science, Diploma or college degree in Electrical or Civil engineering preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years maintenance experience and 3 years supervisory or manager experience in engineering hotel department.