Assistant Manager - Engineering

Taj Safaris; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Taj Deccan, Hyderabad, invites applications for an Assistant Manager - Engineering to assist the Chief Engineer in maintaining, repairing, and upgrading hotel facilities and systems to ensure safe and efficient operations.

The role covers preventive maintenance oversight, vendor coordination, Capex project support, and sustainability initiatives to uphold IHCL safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• B.Tech in Mechanical or Electrical field.
• 3-5 years of relevant hospitality industry experience.
• English language proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assist Chief Engineer in day-to-day operations and preventive maintenance of all equipment.
• Assume responsibilities in the Chief Engineer's absence.
• Assist in executing Capex projects per timeline.
• Implement and monitor preventive maintenance programs.
• Coordinate with vendors for BOQs, site visits, and purchase orders.
• Develop action plans for recurring issues and incidents.
• Assist in annual budgets for FPL and R&M costs.
• Drive energy and water efficiency initiatives.

Skills

Maintenance management

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Energy conservation

Safety compliance

Education

B.Tech in Mechanical or Electrical field

Job description

Assistant Manager - Engineering

Business Unit: Taj Deccan, Hyderabad

Department: Engineering

Job Summary

Assisting the Chief Engineer/Director of Engineering in maintaining, repairing, and upgrading hotel facilities, equipment, and systems to ensure efficient and safe operations. This involves supporting the implementation of maintenance schedules, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations to maintain optimal functionality and safety standards across the property.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chief Engineer/Director of Engineering in the day-to-day operations, overseeing the preventive maintenance of all equipment.
• Assume the responsibilities and authority of the Chief Engineer in their absence.
• Assist in executing Capex projects according to the established timeline.
• Implement and monitor preventive maintenance programs for all equipment.
• Coordinate with vendors for floating BOQs, site visits, preparing comparatives, and assisting in the issuance of orders.
• Develop and execute action plans for recurring complaints and incidents.
• Assist in preparing the annual budgets for FPL and R&M costs.
• Responsible for implementing various FPL and R&M cost mitigation measures and driving energy and water-efficient initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with IHCL's Fire & Life Safety (FLS) policy and guidelines, preparing HIRA for critical machines and processes.
• Monitor the proper maintenance and testing of Fire & Life Safety equipment across the hotel.
• Possess knowledge of HACCP, Hygiene, ISO 14001, and Food Safety guidelines.
• Drive adherence to SOPs for critical processes such as chemical safety, machine safety, and PPM.
• Assist in investigating incidents and accidents, conducting root cause analysis, and implementing learnings.
• Conduct training for all members of the engineering team.
• Implement IHCL's sustainability program, including certifications like LEED and Earth Check.
• Knowledgeable about relevant statutory compliances, including PCB, Fire, Electrical, Water Supply, Borewell, and Boiler regulations.
• Prepare month-end reports, audit data, and data for the ESG platform.
• Check all logbooks daily, taking corrective measures as needed.
• Conduct departmental briefings and training sessions.
• Coordinate with other departments such as Housekeeping, Front Office, and Food & Beverage to address engineering issues in their areas.
• Flexibility to work in shifts, relocate.

Qualifications

• B.Tech in Mechanical or Electrical Field

Work Experience

• 3-5 Years of relevant experience in Hospitality Industry

Languages

• English

Key Interfaces

• External: Vendors, Concerned Govt. Offices and others
• Internal: Engineering function, Other Operational departments

Behavioural Competencies

• Process Excellence
• Result Orientation
• Collaborative Engagement
• Change Championship
• Growth Mindset
• Guest Centricity
• Personal Effectiveness