Chief Engineer

Accorhotel; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a leading hotel in Kuala Lumpur, where you can thrive as a vital member of the team. This role involves managing daily operations, ensuring safety compliance, and overseeing maintenance projects. With a focus on training and development, you'll help shape a dedicated team while enjoying a supportive environment that fosters growth and career advancement. Join a passionate hospitality group that values innovation and commitment, where your contributions will create memorable experiences for guests and colleagues alike.

Benefits

Exclusive sector benefits

Career growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Recognition for commitment

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in a similar capacity.
• Excellent proficiency in English and other languages is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities and ensure team members are trained.
• Monitor budget and control expenses within department areas.

Skills

Team Management

Safety Compliance

Budget Monitoring

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Company Description

Mercure Kuala Lumpur Trion, the tallest hotel building in South East Asia, is strategically located at Trion@KL, an exciting mixed development with an urbanite attitude that radiates life, energy, and endless opportunities. Featuring 228 impressive and tastefully designed rooms and suites on level 38 and upwards, with an amazing view of Kuala Lumpur’s iconic skyline from the rooms.

Job Description

• Conduct daily briefings and ensure that all pertinent information is well received by team members.
• Supervise and manage daily activities of the department.
• Ensure that all team members are properly trained and have the tools and equipment needed to effectively carry out their respective job duties.
• Educate/train team members on current safety issues to ensure compliance with all local laws and safety regulations.
• Work with Design and Construction teams, engineers, and/or outside architects regarding renovations and other projects; contact contractors for bids and meet with construction supervisors.
• Supervise the maintenance and repair of the interior and exterior of buildings, hotel rooms, and contents.
• Ensure the execution and achievement of the hotel's preventive maintenance program.
• Establish and maintain procedures regarding the security and replenishment of the hotel’s inventory and assets, such as tools, supplies, equipment, furniture, televisions, etc.
• May be responsible for determining security requirements to protect hotel property, employees, guests, and patrons against theft, crime, and hazards, and managing relationships with third-party security firms.
• Monitor budget and control expenses within all department areas.
• Participate in preparing the annual departmental operating budget and financial planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in a similar capacity.
• Excellent reading, writing, and oral proficiency in English.
• Ability to speak other languages and a basic understanding of local languages is an advantage.
• Good working knowledge of MS Excel, Word, & PowerPoint.
• High professionalism with sound human resources management and business acumen capabilities.

Additional Information

Join us at Accor, where life pulses with passion!

As a pioneer in responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations across 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, you will be able to truly find yourself, as they all share a common ambition: to keep innovating and challenging the status quo.

By joining us, you will become a Heartist, because hospitality is, first and foremost, a work of heart.

You will join a caring environment and a team where you can be yourself. It’s a supportive place to grow, to fulfill yourself, to discover other professions, and to pursue career opportunities in your hotel or in other hospitality environments worldwide.

Enjoy exclusive benefits specific to the sector and beyond, along with strong recognition for your daily commitment.

Everything you do with us, regardless of your profession, will offer a deep sense of meaning, creating lasting, memorable, and impactful experiences for your customers, colleagues, and the planet.

Hospitality is a work of heart,

Join us and become a Heartist.