Engineer, Estates Office

Hong Kong Baptist University; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Hong Kong Baptist University invites applications for Engineer (25260531). The appointee will be a member of the Building Services and Systems in Estates Office and lead a team of frontline staff while coordinating contractors to operate and maintain building services and fit-out projects across all campuses.

Responsibilities include day-to-day E&M plant operations, preventive maintenance planning, site supervision, budget estimation and tender documentation, and liaison with end users,

Qualifications

• A recognised degree in Mechanical / Building Services / Electrical Engineering, or a higher diploma with substantial relevant experience.
• Familiar with statutory requirements and Codes of Practice.
• Possession of a valid Registered Electrical Worker Grade B or above.
• Excellent knowledge of building services engineering with design, installation, operation and maintenance.
• Experience in AutoCAD, facilities management and electrical systems maintenance highly desirable.
• Good communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in English and Chinese.

Responsibilities

• Take part in day-to-day E&M plant operations including routine maintenance, emergency repair and resuming the electrical system in case of breakdown.
• Ensure equipment, systems and facilities are serviced and maintained to set standards.
• Prepare for routine and preventive maintenance plans and perform regular site supervision.
• Manage system breakdowns to minimise downtime and impact on operations.
• Oversee building services fitting-out works, upgrades and improvements to enhance performance, efficiency and sustainability.
• Liaise with end users, consultants and contractors for installation works and maintenance contracts.
• Be responsible for budget estimation and preparation of tender documents for fitting-out projects and improvement works including design drawings and technical specs.
• Perform shift/emergency duties as necessary; undertake ad hoc tasks as assigned by seniors.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Building services

Team leadership

Budget estimation

Contractor management

Education

Degree in Mechanical / Building Services / Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Engineer (25260531)

The appointees will be members of the Building Services and Systems in Estates Office and responsible for leading a team of frontline staff and managing contractors to perform the operation and maintenance of building services and fitting-out projects on all campuses of the University.

ESTATES OFFICE

BUILDING SERVICES AND SYSTEMS SECTION

Engineer (25260531)

The appointees will be members of the Building Services and Systems in Estates Office and responsible for leading a team of frontline staff and managing contractors to perform the operation and maintenance of building services and fitting-out projects on all campuses of the University.

Responsibilities

• Take part in the day-to-day electrical and mechanical (E&M) plant operations including routine maintenance, emergency repair and resume the electrical system in case of system breakdown;
• Ensure the equipment, system and facilities are serviced and maintained according to sets of standards and specifications;
• Prepare for E&M routine and preventive maintenance plans and perform regular site supervision;
• Manage system breakdown to minimise the downtime and impact on operations;
• Oversee building services fitting-out works, upgrading and improvement works for enhancing the existing system performance, efficiency and sustainability;
• Liaise with end users, consultants and contractors in connection with building services installation works, fitting out projects and maintenance contracts;
• Be responsible for budget estimation and preparation of tender documents for fitting-out projects and improvement works including design drawings and technical specifications;
• Perform shift/emergency duties as necessary; and
• Assist in ad hoc tasks and undertake other duties as assigned by seniors.

Requirements

• A recognised degree in Mechanical /Building Services/ Electrical Engineering or above with a minimum of six years' relevant post-qualification experience in building services or a higher diploma with substantial years of relevant experience will also be considered;
• Familiar with statutory requirements and Codes of Practice;
• Possession of a valid Registered Electrical Worker Grade B or above;
• Excellent knowledge of building services engineering and associated work experience in design, installation, operation and maintenance;
• Experience in computer-aided design (AutoCAD), facilities management, operation and maintenance of Electrical systems is highly desired;
• Good communication, interpersonal and presentation to ensure the user requirements are properly captured; and
• Good command of both spoken and written English and Chinese.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to sit for a written test.

The initial appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract of two years. Re-appointment thereafter is subject to mutual agreement and availability of funding.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.