Chief Engineer

What you’ll do….Manage and maintain the building systems using intelligent building management. Develop and deliver smart building strategies and solutions, leveraging the installed leading-edge technology systems for optimal energy management, enhanced operations and maintenance, and improved guest and employee experience and productivity while driving business growth.Ensure that there are effective preventative and routine maintenance schedules in place; maintain accurate records all rooms, equipment and PM programs.Maintain all plant, utility and building system areas of the building.Conduct room, public area, food service and back of house inspections; and identify repair needs.Manage the onsite activity of all contractors.Order all maintenance supplies and ensure stock controls are in place.Responsible for monitoring all utility meter readings.Maintain accurate drawings, plans and material specifications for the property.Maintain records of all machinery and equipment including manufacturers details, specifications, warranties and manuals.Assist with the preparation of all risk assessments.Oversee the hotel’s fire and emergency plans to ensure that all fire, life, safety equipment is maintained and tested per applicable.Lead the hotel high rise, fire, safety committee and emergency response teams.Arrange and co-ordinate quotes from suppliers in relation to maintenance work.Ensure that all senior management are aware of any serious defects within the building.Ensure that all hotel Standard Operating Procedures are trained and adhered to and pro-actively project manage any changes in policies and procedures.Coach and develop the team, ensuring that they are well motivated and informed.Set ambitious yet realistic objectives for the team to ensure efficiency and cleanliness of all areas of the hotel. Motivate the team and help where required within the business.Monitor the performance of the team and give regular feedback.Ensure a good relationship is maintained between Engineering, Housekeeping and Front Office.Accurately complete all People Team documentation including payroll, recruitment, disciplinary and performance management documentation.Maintain awareness of departmental costs and utilities and ensure that expenses are kept in line with budget guidelines.Achieve and maintain the highest possible levels of customer service to both external and internal customers, forging long-term relationships with suppliers and contractors.Work with heads of departments to manage Knowcross, the hotel management software.Assist the sales and events team with site inspections and event support and coordination and be confident on the hotel facilities.Propose, budget, and execute CapEx projects for the improvement of the property.Lead and maintain building sustainability guidelines and practices.Enforce safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment, and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.