Chief Engineer

Filinvest Group; Philippines; On-site; PHP 781,200 - 1,116,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hospitality firm in the Philippines seeks a Chief Engineer to oversee facility operations, manage a team, and ensure maintenance standards. Candidates must hold a license and possess over 10 years of experience, including 5 in international hotels. Responsibilities include developing maintenance programs and overseeing equipment repairs to maintain safety and quality standards, creating a welcoming environment for guests and staff alike.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed engineer.
• Minimum of 10 years experience, including 5 years in an international hotel/resort.
• At least 2 years in a similar role in the Asian region.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and repair of hotel facilities.
• Manage a team of technicians and mechanics.
• Develop yearly preventive maintenance programs.

Skills

Licensed engineer

10+ years of experience

Knowledge of hospitality organizations

Basic Occupational Safety and Health training

Job description

FILINVEST COMPANY: NATURE SPECIALIST INC.

Position Summary:

In accordance with the policies, procedure and standards of Chroma Hospitality and Timberland Highlands Resort, as the Chief Engineer you are responsible for the overall administration and operation of the maintenance and repair of all hotel facilities , including all guest rooms, public areas, and back of house spaces. As an EXCOM and head of department, you will be responsible for managing a team of technicians and mechanics, ensuring that all work is completed efficiently and to a high standard. Overall, you play a critical role in ensuring that the hotels facilities are always on top condition, and that we are providing a safe and comfortable environment for our guests and colleagues alike.

Scopes and Responsibilities:

• Works out the necessary concept of yearly preventive maintenance programs
• Determines the work priorities and takes care immediate repair of non-functioning equipment
• Acts as the subject matter expert and handles emerging problems of bigger issue
• Initiates the discussion of the concern with GM and records the taken decisions or procedures
• Executes advance computer literacy and handling operating tools
• Operates all systems used including SARA, Business Central and other systems that may deem applicable
• Provides further assessment on the recurring concerns
• Gives direction on the operational setpoint and standards for each equipment and operation · Approves request based on the urgency and budget
• Creates policies that are aligned to CHI relative to all Quality Assurance and Control of each projects and maintenance
• Initiates and handles the final walkthrough with Department Heads on concerned division, such as HK, F&B, and Rooms
• Reports additional concerns not listed in the checklist but are relevant to safety and engineering operations
• Finalizes report before submission to management
• Initiates new standardized procedures within the department that eases the handling of projects
• Reviews and recommends plans and/or projects to be implemented for hotel
• Coordinates to concerned departments/vendors in line with the project at hand
• Helps co-create and cascade policies and procedures for Energy Management Systems, Energy Performance Indicators and Objectives
• Creates priority listing of urgent equipment needed for repair or replacement that is critical to operations
• Reviews and finalizes the policies concerned before rolling out for implementation
• Projects cost savings, implications and results that are significant to sustainability goals and target
• Creates policies that are aligned to CHI released policies and procedures
• Finalizes policies and procedures and report it to the top management
• Reviews all reports done by Duty Engineer and recommends options for ease of implementation
• Assesses impact to personnel, environment, and safety for the job to be done
• Conducts walkthrough on a regular basis to check for all hazards related to business, safety and personnel

Qualifications:

• Licensed engineer
• A minimum of 10 years experience of which 5 years in an international class Hotel/Resort
• At least 2 years in a similar position within Asian Region
• Knowledge, familiarity and connection with different hospitality organizations
• Any training or certification related to your field of expertise
• Basic Occupational Safety and Health training · PCO/Managing Head training is an advantage
• Amenable to work in San Mateo, Rizal