Chief Engineer

Job Description

• Responsible for all aspects of Engineering department by ensuring smooth daily operations and guest appeal of the hotel/precinct.
• Hire, train, schedule, support, review and discipline associates directly accountable to his/her position, to maintain highest possible levels of associate moral and department productivity.
• Oversee and carry out preventive maintenance programs with the precinct and Fullerton Hotel to ensure consistent, reliable operation of system and to minimize downtime and loss
• Directs the operations of the Engineering Department with the assistance of skilled technicians to maintain the mechanical, electrical, civil, structural aspects and furnishings therein to the required standards.
• Directs the Engineering Department and accomplishes the following with the assistance of technicians on the preventive and corrective maintenance of all mechanical & electrical equipment and systems.
• Maintains civil, structural aspects and furnishings in accordance to required standards.
• Establishes and maintains fire safety programs and fire crew.
• Prepares annual budget for the department expenses and initiates cost control programs.
• Carries out planning, organizing, staffing and directing efforts to ensure efficient operation of the department.
• Coordinates with all department heads regarding maintenance administration matters.
• Coordinates with architects, M&E consultants and various government departments for project approval, executions and licenses etc. as directed by Director Of Engineering/General Manager.
• In-charge of quotation requisition for major projects and jobs beyond the department’s capacity and ensures proper execution via effective supervision.
• Involved in leading the team to maintain overall facility which includes air conditioning system, fire protection system, emergency power systems and other related equipment.
• Prepare checklist for team to monitor their service delivery. Conduct inspections or checks to ensure work is completed satisfactorily.
• Respond to guest's needs and ensure a high level of guest's satisfaction.
• Initiate actions and hazardous situation and notify HOD of potential dangers.
• Attend to emergencies during and after office hours such as power failure or black out.
• Initiate or review all Engineering department capital expenditure request prior to approval of the Director Of Engineering/General Manager.
• Schedule, coordinate and inspect all rooms-related preventive maintenance, room refurbishment, and public area projects on a regular basis.
• Review and prioritize all daily work orders.
• Ensure service and quality standards are maintained.
• To be in-charge of the hotel renovation or soft refurbishment projects.
• Any ad-hoc duties as and when assigned by the management.

Requirements

• Candidate must possess at least a diploma in Engineering, Professional Certificate / Higher Nitec in Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of experience in general building maintenance
• Good relationship with vendors and contractors
• Specialize in plumbing, electrical and mechanical preferred
• Hospitality experience preferred
• Able to work on weekends and public holidays