Shift Engineer (Resort Experience)

le meridien; Fujairah; On-site; AED 201,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

Le Méridien is seeking an experienced Facilities Manager to lead engineering and maintenance operations at the Fujairah property. You will manage HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and related systems, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and asset protection.

You will also oversee budgets, preventative maintenance plans, project bids, and contractor coordination to deliver reliable service and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 3 years experience in engineering/maintenance or related area; technical training in HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing.
• OR 2-year degree from an accredited university in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics, or related major; 1 year experience in engineering/maintenance or related area; tech training in HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing.

Responsibilities

• Manages the physical plant including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment and electrical systems.
• Ensures regulatory compliance to facility regulations and safety standards.
• Manages and controls heat, light and power and recommends best methods for energy conservation and economical facility operations.
• Develops specifications and requirements for service contracts and administers contracts to support building needs.
• Distributes preventive maintenance and repair work orders and monitors timeliness and quality of completion.
• Oversees maintenance of grounds, guestrooms, public space, restaurants, vehicles and recreational facilities.

Skills

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Energy conservation

Vendor management

Emergency response leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year degree in Building/Construction/Engineering

Tools

HVAC-R systems

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Manages all engineering/maintenance operations, including maintaining the building, grounds and physical plant with particular attention towards safety, security and asset protection. Accountable for managing the budget, capital expenditure projects, preventative maintenance and energy conservation. Responsible for maintaining regulatory requirements. Assists in leading the emergency response team for all facility issues.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED; 3 years experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing.


• OR


• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics, or related major; 1 year experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Managing Engineering Operations and Budgets

• Manages the physical plant including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment and electrical systems.


• Ensures regulatory compliance to facility regulations and safety standards.


• Manages and controls heat, light and power and recommends current best methods for energy conservation and economical facility operations.


• Develops specifications and requirements for service contracts and administers such contracts to support building needs.


• Distributes preventive maintenance and repair work orders and monitors timeliness and quality of completion.


• Oversees and directs the maintenance of grounds, guestrooms, public space, restaurants, property vehicles and recreational facilities.


• Develops a long term plan for preventative maintenance and asset protection and overseeing execution of plan.


• Develops project plans in accordance with renovation or new construction needs.


• Contacts contractors for bids and supervising construction to ensure timely completion of projects within budgetary guidelines.


• Builds positive relationships with external customers such as city building/zoning department, fire prevention bureau and vendors.


• Ensures fire crew has complete understanding of all procedures, equipment and alarms.


• Performs monthly property inspection to ensure buildings and grounds are maintained in excellent condition.


• Conducts guest room and common area inspection to ensure guest satisfaction.


• Inspects and evaluates the physical condition of facilities in order to determine the type of work required.


• Recommends or arranges for additional services such as painting, repair work, renovations, and the replacement of furnishings and equipment.


• Selects and orders or purchasing new equipment, supplies, and furnishings.


• Manages parts and equipment inventory.

Maintaining Property Standards

• Ensures building and equipment licenses and certifications are current.


• Maintains property life safety systems (fire fighting equipment, sprinkler systems and alarm systems).

Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service

• Displays leadership in guest hospitality, exemplifying excellent customer service and creating a positive atmosphere for guest relations.


• Reviews comment cards, guest satisfaction results and other data to identify areas of improvement.


• Shares plans with property leadership and ensuring corrective action is taken to continuously improve guest satisfaction.


• Strives to improve service performance.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

At Le Méridien, we are inspired by the era of glamorous travel, celebrating each culture through the distinctly European spirit of savouring the good life. Our guests are curious and creative, cosmopolitan culture seekers that appreciate moments of connection and slowing down to savour the destination. We provide authentic, chic and memorable service along with experiences that inspire guests to savour the good life. We’re looking for curious and creative people to join our team. If you appreciate connecting with like-minded guests and have a deep desire to create memorable experiences, we invite you to explore career opportunities with Le Méridien. In joining Le Méridien, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, beginyour purpose,belongto an amazing globalteam, andbecomethe best version of you.