Chief Engineer atFairmont Hotels & Resorts

Job description

Summary Of Responsibilities

Reporting to the General Manager, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Manage the Hotel’s Energy Management Systems
• Lead and support a diverse team in the operation, security and maintenance of the Hotel
• Guide an extensive Preventative Maintenance Program for guestrooms, colleague areas, public areas and systems to ensure the building remains in excellent condition and all systems function properly
• Oversee the grounds department to ensure that financial targets are achieved and the building’s exterior is in pristine condition
• Liaise with other departments to coordinate guest services and resolve emerging issues promptly
• Manage and re-evaluate the need for service contracts and look for efficiencies in the management of such processes
• Critique, summarize, and forecast monthly departmental financial performance
• Prepare annual departmental operating and capital budgets
• Ensure the effective utilization and productivity of all employees including staff planning, recruiting and training and development
• Foster an environment of open communication, teamwork and recognition by setting a strong example and by “doing whatever it takes” to get the job done
• Will have an extensive “hands on” approach and lead by example
• Will participate in Strategic Planning sessions with emphasis on capital project planning, coordination, and execution.
• Complies with the company’s code of conduct, employee hand book and Kenyan Law.
• Adopts a hands on approach to operations, be visible and monitor staff to achieve optimum results.
• Monitors and controls the inventories of operating supplies and monitoring set control system follow up.
• Maintains a high standard of personal hygiene, dress, uniform and body language.
• Ensures that all activities are carried out honestly, ethically and within the parameters of the Kenyan Laws, hotel rules and regulations policies
• Ensures quality management and continuous improvement of internal systems and procedures.

Financial Responsibilities

• Is responsible for preparing in due time budget and business plan for Engineering, operational & capital expenditure proposals, requested estimate and projection and for their reconciliation with actual performances.
• Drives cost effective Engineering initiatives with positive ROIs
• Ensures proper tracking and measurement systems, procedures and measures are in place to quantify the performance of each promotion (i.e. ROI reports)
• Effectively monitors and analyzes variations from the budget and business plan.
• In conjunction with Group Chief Engineer, prepares a comprehensive 10 year FF&E / Capital purchase plan that is updated annually.
• Studies and periodically reviews the terms of all utility supply contracts, etc. to determine whether these are the most advantageous that can be obtained.
• The ability to prepare staff schedules which allows for appropriate service while controlling labour costs and overtime
• Has the ability to anticipate in advance, all materials and supplies and assures their availability
• Is responsible for controlling his/her departmental expenses and for respecting budget/BP and guidelines
• Ensures that all internal control measures related to the Eng. Division are adhered to.

Team responsibility

• Contributes to the moral and team spirit of the hotel by maintaining relationships with hotel colleagues.
• Builds teamwork and enhance the team’s commitment to their work and the hotel.
• Communicates effectively within the organization at all levels using the most appropriate communication method for the matter concerned.
• Is responsible for the grooming and attitude of all his/her employees.
• Takes disciplinary actions when necessary with the HR Manager.
• Is responsible for the professional skills & development of all Engineering staff.
• Is responsible for the quality and quantity of all training programs, proper planning and reporting of all training matters following the hotel overall policies and in co-operation with the Training Manager
• Has ability to keep all manuals up to date

Qualifications

• Previous experience is an asset
• Minimum 3 years experience as a Maintenance Supervisor/Chief Engineer in a similar operation
• Engineering degree/diploma required and 4th Class Power Engineering certification is required
• Well versed in regulations such as building codes, fire, and health and safety, including British Columbia’s Occupational Health & Safety Regulations
• Must be proactive with strong problem solving abilities to ensure the highest level of productivity at all times
• Creative and willing to take risks
• Proven success in energy management (includes project payback analysis)
• Results oriented with the ability to be flexible and work well under pressure
• Experience with prior renovation projects is an asset.

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