Job Summary –
• Directs the Engineering staff, accounting/budgeting, asset protection, inventory control and human resources.
• The Chief Engineer is responsible to manage all aspects of engineering team 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.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities – (Key Activities)
• Maximise engineering team potential with a balanced focus on operations, guests, employee and owner satisfaction.
• Responsible for quality service, meeting/exceeding financial goals, short and long- term planning and day- to- day operations.
• 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.
• Represents the engineering department during the daily HOD morning meetings.
• Maintain the physical appearance and operational efficiency of the hotel including physical. Mechanical, electrical, plumbing etc.
• Submit monthly report to Rosewood Corporate Director of Engineering
• Perform daily and weekly property document inspections.
• Maintenance of all equipment related to HVAC, water treatment, Fire Safety etc.
• Ensure that stores have adequate stocks of materials, equipment and tools and are kept in a clean and safe environment.
• Familiar and complies with the hotels mission and standards in performing maintenance activities.
• Prepare reports as required by the General Manager.
• Prioritise, plan, schedule assign and supervise the engineering department staff.
• Take responsibility for the cleanliness and safety aspects of all plant and mechanical equipment rooms.
• Ensure proper records are kept relating to all plant and equipment for the hotel including repair and service records.
• Analysing and monitoring of utilities energy consumption.
• Respond to guest&039;s maintenance needs promptly and ensure guests receive professional, efficient prompt and courteous service to hotel standards.
• Oversee the maintenance tasks, work orders and special projects ensuring timely and accurate completion.
Ensure property, grounds, physical plant and work areas are
• Establish and maintain department equipment and supply inventory levels appropriate to property requirements
• Coordinate with the equipment suppliers for and any outstanding issues.
• Provide training to staff on supplies, inventory, maintenance and ordering procedures.
• Maintain, monitor and test hotel&039;s emergency and security systems, features like Fire Alarm, CCTV.
• Respond to corporate and management inquires.
• Develop, implement, and direct all emergency programs.
• Ensure maintenance staff is wearing proper uniforms with name tag and upholds hotels grooming and hygiene standards.
• Develop, implement and manage energy conservation programs for the property to minimise expenses.
• Discuss with GM / Department heads on maintenance status and inspection reports.
• Train engineering department staff on correct maintenance procedures and assists in repairs as needed.
• Maintained to standard and that all safety equipment and conditions are to code.
