Starwood Hotels · 2 days ago
Assistant Manager Engineering
Starwood Hotels is a luxury hotel brand management company that emphasizes collaboration, service, and respect for nature. They are seeking an experienced Assistant Engineering Manager to lead the maintenance team, develop strategies for financial performance, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. The role involves overseeing maintenance operations, managing budgets, and leading the engineering staff in maintaining hotel facilities.
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Responsibilities
Ongoing repair and maintenance of the entire hotel and F&B facilities including the physical building structure, all mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems, and related equipment in accordance with energy conservation and preventative maintenance programs
Maintains effective Energy Management. Continuously looks for energy efficient solutions and Innovative projects
Regularly lead, mentor and coordinate activities of the engineering staff engaged in maintaining and repairing the physical structure of the building promptly and efficiently to the required standard
Conduct regular departmental meetings, performance evaluations and ensure ongoing development of Engineering team to ensure effective communication and standards are adhered to in the department
Oversee departmental budget under the direction of the Director of Engineering and Hotel General Manager, including forecasting, budgeting, capital planning and proposals to ensure ongoing maintenance of the hotel
Ensure all local, state and federal law compliance and building codes are adhered to
Lead the hotels Fire Safety & Emergency Evacuation Teams
Responsible for developing and maintaining a preventive maintenance program for the property
Ensures that all the maintenance and repairs to the HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems are carried out and all the equipment is in good working order
Recruit and train engineers in accordance with hotel guidelines
Review the performance of engineers in accordance with hotel guidelines
Perform inspections of operating machinery, equipment, and systems
To ensures all works carried out should be on the schedule and should fully comply with local safety rules and regulations
Responsible for keeping a supply and tool inventory for the department
Responsible purchasing supplies for the department with the guidance and authorization of hotel manager
Liaise with contractors to efficiently schedule work as required
Ensures all workshop and working areas are kept clean, tidy, and hazard-free
Ensure all work is carried out in accordance and compliance with fire and safety regulations and municipal, state, and federal guidelines
Ensure all equipment is used according to the manufactures recommendations and ensure all equipment is well maintained and is a good condition
Responsible for monitoring employees' hours and reporting labor hours to the hotel manager for payroll purposes
When needed may have to go out of the property to purchase supplies or equipment. It is your responsibility to be alert and drive safe during working hours
Also, other duties may be required as directed by Hotel Manager and Area Chief Engineer
Qualification
Required
A minimum of (3) years of engineering supervisor experience
A minimum of (2) years of maintenance in hospitality experience preferred
High School diploma/GED
Able to speak and understand Basic English
Must be able to work independently and exercise good judgment to resolve issues
Flexible schedule. Able to work weekends and holidays
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day
The employee must frequently lift and move items over 50 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
Company
Starwood Hotels
We’re a global team of purpose-driven, nature-inspired, service-obsessed individuals who thrive on nurturing the natural beauty of both people and the planet.