Assistant Director of Engineering

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Wailea (HI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairmont Kea Lani Maui is seeking an Assistant Director of Engineering to lead maintenance programs, manage capital projects, and drive safety and efficiency across the hotel. You will oversee budgeting, vendor relations, and team development to ensure top-tier guest experiences.

The role focuses on proactive leadership, strategic planning, and sustainable practices in a luxury resort setting on Maui. Shift flexibility is required to support hotel operations.

Qualifications

• HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and related systems knowledge.
• 4 years’ experience as Engineering Manager or Assistant Building Manager of a multi-faceted building complex.
• Chief Engineer or Assistant DOE experience preferred.
• Degree/diploma/certificate in Engineering or Building Management is an asset.
• Strong safety background with OSHA certifications.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and building plans.
• Thorough knowledge of building codes, fire regulations, health department requirements and environmental regulations.
• Experience managing preventive maintenance programs, capital projects, and contractor relationships.
• Experience preparing and managing operating and capital budgets.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience, including recruiting, training, coaching, and developing team members.
• Proficiency with CMMS and other building maintenance technologies.
• Strong computer and technology skills.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to exceptional guest service and hospitality.
• Strong problem-solving and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to assess, prioritize, and modify work plans to ensure continuous progress and achievement of results.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a focus on quality, efficiency, and results.
• Excellent teamwork skills, professional judgment, and a high level of initiative.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all hotel operations including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and safety systems.
• Plan and monitor Preventative Maintenance Programs for guest rooms and public areas.
• Coordinate renovations and capital projects within budget and time limits.
• Maintain scheduling to minimize disruption to guest service and maximize productivity.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, insurance, loss prevention, health, fire, and life safety.
• Lead sustainability initiatives and reporting aligned with brand objectives.
• Train and develop engineering staff through one-on-one meetings and reviews.
• Recruit, motivate, coach, and hold engineering colleagues accountable.
• Prepare and oversee annual/monthly maintenance budgets and forecasts.
• Prepare purchase orders and track supplier performance.
• Review service contracts for contractor performance and pricing.
• Maintain relationships with other departments, owner reps and contractors.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Time management

Organizational skills

Hospitality mindset

Safety awareness

Education

Engineering degree or trade certification

OSHA certifications

Building management certification asset

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Located on the coveted south shore of Maui in Wailea, Fairmont Kea Lani is Hawaiʻi’s only all-suite and villa luxury oceanfront resort. This newly transformed, distinctive property is located on the sunny shores of Polo Beach amongst 22 acres of tropical landscape, offering authentic Hawaiian cultural experiences and genuine personal service that embody the spirit of Aloha.

At Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui, we push ourselves every day to always be better and leave the world a better place. As Assistant Director of Engineering, you will empower the team to achieve exceptional standards while developing preventative maintenance and resource management programs that ensure a safe and welcoming hotel for all colleagues, guests and visitors.

Salary Range: $95,000 - $118,000

What You Will Be Doing

• Ensure all physical operations of the Hotel, including refrigeration, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, plumbing, water treatment, and electrical systems are maintained in a neat, clean and safe fashion.
• Plan, implement and monitor the hotel's Preventative Maintenance Programs to maintain guest rooms, mechanical equipment, outlets, and public areas in appropriate condition.
• Coordinate renovations and maintenance related capital projects within the framework, budgets and time limits established.
• Maintain scheduling to complete work with minimal disruption to guest service and maximize productivity.
• Ensure property-wide compliance with all government regulations pertaining to building code requirements, insurance, loss prevention, health, fire, and life safety programs
• Lead sustainability initiatives, environmental compliance programs, utility conservation efforts, and sustainability reporting requirements in alignment with brand and ownership objectives.
• Train, evaluate and promote the growth and development of internal talent by holding ono-on-one meetings and completing performance reviews in accordance with company guidelines
• Recruit, motivate, coach, and hold Engineering colleagues accountable
• Prepare and oversee the annual/monthly maintenance budgets and accurate forecasts
• Prepare purchase orders, including product/service research, purchasing, implementation and tracking.
• Review ongoing service contracts for contractor performance and competitive pricing.
• Maintain close and effective working relationships with all other departments, owner representatives and external contractors.

Schedule: Due to the nature of the hospitality industry, employees are required to work varying schedules, including weekends and holidays, to accommodate the business and demands of the hotel.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, commercial laundry equipment, commercial kitchen equipment
• 4 years’ experience as an Engineering Manager or Assistant Building Manager of a multi-faceted building complex
• Previous experience as a Chief Engineer or Assistant DOE preferred
• Degree/diploma/certificate in Engineering or trade certification in Building Management is an asset
• Strong safety background with OSHA certifications and experience in handling and storage of various chemicals and solvents.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and building plans.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable building codes, fire regulations, health department requirements and environmental regulations.
• Experience managing preventive maintenance programs, capital projects, and contractor relationships.
• Experience preparing and managing operating and capital budgets.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience, including recruiting, training, coaching, and developing team members.
• Proficiency with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and other building maintenance technologies.
• Strong computer and technology skills.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to exceptional guest service and hospitality.
• Strong problem-solving and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to assess, prioritize, and modify work plans to ensure continuous progress and achievement of results.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a focus on quality, efficiency, and results.
• Excellent teamwork skills, professional judgment, and a high level of initiative.

Additional Information

All Candidates must be in possession of identification proving authorization to work in the United States as defined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA). This Position does not offer sponsorship of Work Visas. Resumes submitted that cannot fulfill these requirements will not be considered.

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.