Chief Engineer

THE FULLERTON HOTEL; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

THE FULLERTON HOTEL is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to oversee daily operations, ensure guest comfort, and maintain the hotel's facilities to the highest standards.

You will lead a team of technicians, plan preventive maintenance and budgeting, coordinate renovations and capital projects with architects and authorities, and uphold safety and service excellence.

Qualifications

• Diploma or cert in engineering; relevant qualification or higher Nitec preferred.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in general building maintenance.
• Hospitality industry experience preferred; able to work on weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the Engineering department to ensure smooth daily operations and guest appeal.
• Lead a team of technicians to maintain mechanical, electrical, civil, structural systems and furnishings.
• Plan preventive maintenance programs with the precinct and hotel to minimize downtime.
• Coordinate with architects, M&E consultants and government bodies for project approvals and licenses.
• Respond to guest needs to ensure a high level of satisfaction.
• Manage budget planning and cost control for the department.
• In-charge of hotel renovation or soft refurbishment projects.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Vendor management

Maintenance planning

Guest service orientation

Education

Diploma in Engineering

Professional Certificate / Higher Nitec in Engineering

Job description

Job Description

• Responsible for all aspects of Engineering department by ensuring smooth daily operations and guest appeal of the hotel/precinct.
• Hire, train, schedule, support, review and discipline associates directly accountable to his/her position, to maintain highest possible levels of associate moral and department productivity.
• Oversee and carry out preventive maintenance programs with the precinct and Fullerton Hotel to ensure consistent, reliable operation of system and to minimize downtime and loss
• Directs the operations of the Engineering Department with the assistance of skilled technicians to maintain the mechanical, electrical, civil, structural aspects and furnishings therein to the required standards.
• Directs the Engineering Department and accomplishes the following with the assistance of technicians on the preventive and corrective maintenance of all mechanical & electrical equipment and systems.
• Maintains civil, structural aspects and furnishings in accordance to required standards.
• Establishes and maintains fire safety programs and fire crew.
• Prepares annual budget for the department expenses and initiates cost control programs.
• Carries out planning, organizing, staffing and directing efforts to ensure efficient operation of the department.
• Coordinates with all department heads regarding maintenance administration matters.
• Coordinates with architects, M&E consultants and various government departments for project approval, executions and licenses etc. as directed by Director Of Engineering/General Manager.
• In-charge of quotation requisition for major projects and jobs beyond the department’s capacity and ensures proper execution via effective supervision.
• Involved in leading the team to maintain overall facility which includes air conditioning system, fire protection system, emergency power systems and other related equipment.
• Prepare checklist for team to monitor their service delivery. Conduct inspections or checks to ensure work is completed satisfactorily.
• Respond to guest's needs and ensure a high level of guest's satisfaction.
• Initiate actions and hazardous situation and notify HOD of potential dangers.
• Attend to emergencies during and after office hours such as power failure or black out.
• Initiate or review all Engineering department capital expenditure request prior to approval of the Director Of Engineering/General Manager.
• Schedule, coordinate and inspect all rooms-related preventive maintenance, room refurbishment, and public area projects on a regular basis.
• Review and prioritize all daily work orders.
• Ensure service and quality standards are maintained.
• To be in-charge of the hotel renovation or soft refurbishment projects.
• Any ad-hoc duties as and when assigned by the management.

Requirements

• Candidate must possess at least a diploma in Engineering, Professional Certificate / Higher Nitec in Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of experience in general building maintenance
• Good relationship with vendors and contractors
• Specialize in plumbing, electrical and mechanical preferred
• Hospitality experience preferred
• Able to work on weekends and public holidays