Chief Engineer

Position: Chief Engineer / Director of Engineering

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all repairs and maintenance operations of the hotel's physical plant and engineering facilities.
• Maintain mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment, including heating and ventilation systems.
• Organize and implement preventive maintenance programs for electrical and mechanical equipment and general building works.
• Advise the General Manager and the Corporate Vice President - Engineering and Technical Services on operational issues.
• Supervise maintenance staff and contracted workers performing building, electrical, and mechanical work.
• Liaise with contractors, write specifications for electrical, mechanical, and building works, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and inspect completed works.
• Oversee maintenance of all life safety systems and report major defects.
• Maintain up-to-date administrative files, including drawings, specifications, manuals, and maintenance records.
• Recommend and evaluate energy conservation initiatives and investigate wastage.
• Ensure safe and environmentally friendly operations to protect health and safety of guests and staff, and to conserve the environment.
• Comply with hotel environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures.