Director of Engineering / Maintenance

Rimap Hospitality; Montreal; Vor Ort; CAD 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

RIMAP Hospitality in Montreal is seeking a Facilities Manager to lead maintenance across our hotels. You will supervise a team of technicians, ensure equipment reliability, and maintain building standards.

You will manage budgets and capital projects, oversee preventive maintenance, and promote energy efficiency while ensuring safety for guests and staff. The role requires strong leadership and bilingual communication (French and English), with a hands-on approach to daily operations and

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or higher; or college/university diploma with related experience.
• HVAC-R, electrical, or plumbing training is required or beneficial.
• Experience in hotel pre-opening or opening is an asset.
• Strong bilingual communication in French and English.

Aufgaben

• Oversee maintenance of buildings, grounds, and facilities; supervise technicians.
• Plan preventive maintenance programs and ensure equipment reliability.
• Manage budgets, capital projects, and safety/compliance activities.
• Collaborate with other departments to meet guest/tenant needs.

Kenntnisse

Bilingual FR/EN

Leadership

Maintenance management

Budgeting

Team supervision

Ausbildung

High school diploma or higher

College/University in building/engineering

HVAC-R / Electrical / Plumbing training

Hotel pre-opening experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

CMMS

Information Systems

Jobbeschreibung

If you are looking for an opportunity with a growing Montreal-based hospitality company, where your technical expertise and leadership will directly contribute to operational excellence, this role deserves your attention. By joining RIMAP Hospitality, you will play a key role in maintaining the quality of our facilities, ensuring the safety of our properties, and enhancing the comfort of our guests and teams.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Reporting to the General Manager or General Management, you will oversee the maintenance of buildings, grounds, and physical facilities. You will supervise a team of maintenance technicians and ensure the reliability of equipment, budget compliance, and the implementation of preventive maintenance programs.

Your main responsibilities will include:

Ensure the performance and reliability of facilities

• Plan and supervise maintenance, repair, and inspection activities for buildings, equipment, and common areas;

• Develop, implement, and monitor preventive maintenance programs;

• Ensure the property meets the organization’s standards and the applicable hotel brand standards;

• Provide technical support to the maintenance team and management;

• Ensure the availability of materials and equipment required for repairs and maintenance;

• Implement initiatives that promote energy conservation and facility performance.

Engage and develop your team

• Supervise a team of maintenance technicians and assign tasks based on operational priorities;

• Plan workloads and allocate the appropriate resources to ensure timely repairs, maintenance, and inspections;

• Conduct performance evaluations, identify training needs, and support employee development;

• Foster collaboration, communication, and a positive work environment;

• Organize and lead departmental meetings.

Manage budgets and projects

• Plan and monitor departmental budgets while ensuring deadlines are met;

• Supervise capital projects and work related to facility maintenance;

• Assess needs, evaluate options, and propose solutions aligned with the property’s priorities;

• Contribute to the financial performance of the property while maintaining service quality.

Ensure safety and compliance

• Ensure the safety of the property for guests, tenants, and employees;

• Identify health and safety hazards, report them promptly, and take the necessary corrective action;

• Supervise building inspections and evacuation drills;

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and safety, security, and asset protection standards;

• Actively participate in the Health and Safety Committee.

Contribute to property operations

• Collaborate with other departments to meet the needs of guests, tenants, and employees;

• Participate in daily operational meetings;

• Take part in the Manager on Duty (MOD) program;

• Perform any other related duties required for the smooth operation of the property.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

Your education and experience

• A high school diploma or post-secondary education, combined with at least five years of experience in technical maintenance or a related field; OR

• A college or university diploma in building and construction, engineering, mechanics, or a related discipline, combined with at least four years of relevant experience in engineering, maintenance, or an equivalent field;

• Technical training in HVAC-R, electrical systems, or plumbing;

• Experience in hotel pre-opening or opening, an asset.

Your skills and abilities

• Strong proficiency in both French and English, spoken and written;

• Positive leadership and the ability to build, coach, and train a technical team;

• A professional and collaborative approach that fosters constructive working relationships;

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines;

• The ability to work under pressure and respond quickly in emergency situations;

• The ability to anticipate problems, evaluate options, and implement effective solutions;

• Strong communication, active listening, and conflict-resolution skills;

• The ability to analyze complex technical information and communicate it clearly;

• A solid understanding of basic financial data and budget monitoring;

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant computer tools, along with knowledge of information systems management.

WHAT THE ROLE INVOLVES

• A variable schedule based on the operational needs of the property;

• Availability that may include evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays;

• The possibility of working long hours and responding to situations requiring immediate action;

• The ability to occasionally lift items weighing 50 to 70 pounds and to frequently transport, push, pull, or move objects weighing approximately 40 pounds.

ABOUT RIMAP HOSPITALITY

Founded in 2007, RIMAP Hospitality is an innovative Montreal-based hotel management company. It has quickly distinguished itself as one of the leading hotel operators in Montreal.

RIMAP manages several hotels under internationally recognized brands, including Marriott, Hilton, and IHG, while continuing its expansion in downtown Ottawa.

AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

RIMAP is committed to employment equity and to recruiting a diverse workforce while maintaining an inclusive culture. All applications are considered without discrimination based on gender, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable laws.

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