Chief Engineer

• Develops plan for completing routine maintenance and renovations; coordinates work with hotel department managers
• Creates a safe environment for guests and employees by ensuring that the hotel is maintained in accordance with safety standards
• Serves as project manager for hotel renovations; coordinates project status with corporate technical services, architects, licensing agencies, contractors and hotel management
• Evaluates forecasted business and projects and schedules staff accordingly
• Ensures hotel adheres to all regulatory and safety standards by meeting with government and insurance inspectors and taking corrective actions as needed
• Keeps all mechanical, electrical and structural blue prints up to date
• Prepares engineering budget; monitors actual versus budgeted expenses and takes corrective actions when necessary
• Maintains facilities and equipment by conducting inspections on a regular basis to determine need and extent of service, equipment required, type of operation and maintenance personnel needed
• Ensures the physical plant is operated in safe, efficient and orderly fashion by directing all phases and orderly fashion by directing all phases of maintenance, repair and renovation
• Maintains logs and journals for all utilities; reviews meter readings and regulates controls
• Designs and supervises recycling programs, aluminium paper, plastic, glass etc

- To be discussed in the interview.

• A bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field is preferred. Previous experience in a similar role, preferably in a luxury hotel or international brand, is highly desirable
• Strong leadership skills
• Familiarity with local building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards. Knowledge of energy conservation practices and sustainability initiatives in the hospitality industry
• Communication English