Chief Engineer - Avani Kota Kinabalu Hotel (Pre Opening Team)

Minor Hotels; West Coast Division; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality brand in Malaysia is seeking a Chief Engineer to manage the Engineering department and ensure the efficient running of hotel facilities. This role involves planning maintenance, overseeing renovations, and monitoring energy usage to implement conservation initiatives. Ideal candidates should possess a degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and have five years of relevant experience, alongside strong leadership skills. A passion for hospitality is essential.

Qualifications

• Five years operating experience in a similar capacity.
• Familiar with the operations and priorities of all other hotel operating departments.
• Familiar with the local government requirements and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Engineering department and ensure efficient running of all hotel facilities.
• Plan and manage all preventative maintenance work, new projects, extensions, and renovations.
• Monitor energy usage and implement energy conservation initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Energy conservation

Fire safety management

Education

College degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Company Description

Contemporary, relaxed and imaginative. Be it a leisurely family break or romantic escape, AVANI Hotels & Resorts provides the right space for guests who value the details that matter.

Job Description

As Chief Engineer, you will report to Director of Engineering and will manage the Engineering department, ensuring the efficient running of the all hotel facilities, including all fire and life safety equipment and systems. It will be your responsibility to plan and manage all preventative maintenance work, new projects, extensions, and renovations. You will be involved in preparing the Engineering budget for the property, and will provide the Engineering knowledge for the hotel strategic and operational plans. You will monitor energy usage in the hotel, and implement initiatives to conserve energy wherever possible.

Qualifications

• College degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Five years operating experience in a similar capacity.
• Familiar with the operations and priorities of all other hotel operating departments.
• Familiar with the local government requirements and regulations.
• Passion for leadership.