Director of Engineering

Employment; Lusail; On-site; QAR 279,000 - 469,000; Full time

Job summary

Marriott International's Le Méridien property in Lusail, Qatar, seeks an experienced Engineering/Facilities Manager to oversee all engineering/maintenance operations, safeguard safety and energy conservation, and manage the building's asset protection.

You will lead budget planning, capital projects, preventative maintenance, and regulatory compliance, and supervise the Engineering team, including during the Director's absence, ensuring top-tier guest service and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 4 years of engineering/maintenance experience and HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing training.
• Or a 2-year degree in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics, or related major with 2 years of engineering experience and HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing training.

Responsibilities

• Supervises Engineering in the absence of the Director of Engineering.
• Manages the physical plant including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, electrical and life safety systems.
• Maintains and operates equipment at optimum effectiveness, efficiency and safety.
• Establishes and manages an effective rooms maintenance program.
• Ensures regulatory compliance to facility regulations and safety standards.
• Supervises day-to-day operations of Engineering.

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year degree in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics

Job description

Additional Information

Job Number 26085749

Job Category Engineering & Facilities

Location Building No. 153 Street No. 347, Lusail, Qatar, Qatar,VIEW ON MAP

Schedule Full Time

Located Remotely? N

Position Type Management

Job Summary

Manages all engineering/maintenance operations, including maintaining the building, grounds and physical plant with particular attention towards safety, security and asset protection. Accountable for managing the budget, capital expenditure projects, preventative maintenance and energy conservation. Responsible for maintaining regulatory requirements. Leads the emergency response team for all facility issues.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education And Experience

High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing.

OR

2-year degree from an accredited university in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics, or related major; 2 years experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Managing Property Operations and Engineering Budgets

Supervises Engineering in the absence of the Director of Engineering. Assists in managing the physical plant including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, electrical and life safety systems. Maintains and operates equipment at optimum effectiveness, efficiency and safety. Establishes and manages an effective rooms maintenance program. Ensures compliance with all Engineering departmental policies, standards and procedures. Manages department's controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals. Select and order or purchase new equipment, supplies, and furnishings. Inspect and evaluate the physical condition of facilities in order to determine the type of work required. Recommend or arrange for additional services such as painting, repair work, renovations, and the replacement of furnishings and equipment. Supervises the day to day operations of Engineering.

Maintaining Property Standards

Maintains accurate logs and records as required. Assists in effectively planning, scheduling and evaluating preventative maintenance programs.

Providing Exceptional Customer Service

Handles guest problems and complaints effectively. Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service. Displays leadership in guest hospitality by exemplifying excellent customer service and creating a positive atmosphere for guest relations.

Managing Profitability

Helps establish priorities for total property maintenance needs. Ensures on-going communication occurs in all areas of responsibility to create awareness of business objectives, awareness of expectations and recognition of exemplary performance.

Managing and Conducting Human Resources Activities

Celebrates successes and publicly recognizes the contributions of team members. Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees. Ensures employees are treated fairly and equitably. Strives to improve service performance. Provides feedback to employees based on observation of service behaviors. Supervises employee's ability to execute departmental and property emergency procedures. Reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns. Solicits employee feedback. Helps ensure regulatory compliance to facility regulations and safety standards. Ensures disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Peer Review Process. Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated.Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

At Le Méridien, we are inspired by the era of glamorous travel, celebrating each culture through the distinctly European spirit of savouring the good life. Our guests are curious and creative, cosmopolitan culture seekers that appreciate moments of connection and slowing down to savour the destination. We provide authentic, chic and memorable service along with experiences that inspire guests to savour the good life. We’re looking for curious and creative people to join our team. If you appreciate connecting with like-minded guests and have a deep desire to create memorable experiences, we invite you to explore career opportunities with Le Méridien. In joining Le Méridien, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.