Assistant Manager Engineering

Job highlights

• Qualification : Engineering graduate in Electricals / Mechanical . AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY . Participates in the development and implementation of business strategies for the hotel which are aligned with Radissons overall mission,vision values and strategies

• Bachelors degree preferred

• Minimum of 7 to 12 years work experience in the hotel industry in Engineering

• Qualification : Engineering graduate in Electricals / Mechanical

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Participates in the development and implementation of business strategies for the hotel which are aligned with Radissons overall mission, vision values and strategies
• Develops and implements strategies for achieving department goals
• Monitors status regularly and adjusts strategies and programs as appropriate
• Directs the operation of the Engineering Department
• Develops plan for completing routine maintenance and renovations; coordinates work with hotel department managers
• Identifies and selects vendors as appropriate
• Creates a safe environment for guests and employees by ensuring that the hotel is maintained in accordance with safety standards
• Serves as project manager for hotel renovations; coordinates project status with corporate technical services, architects, licensing agencies, contractors and hotel management
• Evaluates forecasted business and projects and schedules staff accordingly
• Ensures hotel adheres to all regulatory and safety standards by meeting with government and insurance inspectors and taking corrective actions as needed
• Keeps all mechanical, electrical and structural blueprints up to date
• Ensures that staff is up to date on certifications and training necessary to maintain operating systems
• Prepares engineering budget; monitors actual versus budgeted expenses and takes corrective actions when necessary
• Develops and implements strategies and practices which support employee engagement
• Provides employees with the orientation and training needed to understand expectations and perform job responsibilities
• Communicates performance expectations and provides employees with on-going feedback
• Provides employees with coaching and counseling as needed to achieve performance objectives and reach their fullest potential
• Adheres to hotel policies and procedures
• Attends work on time and as scheduled
• Follows hotel grooming, hygiene and dress standards
• Minimise safety hazards by following all safety rules and procedures
• Refrain from personal conversations with other staff at the main entrance
• Keeps immediate manager promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters of significance
• Performs all duties and responsibilities in a timely and efficient manner in accordance with established company policies and procedures to achieve the overall objectives of this position
• Maintains a favourable working relationship with all other company employees to foster and promote co-operative and harmonious working climate
• At all time projects a favourable image of the Brand to the public

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 to 12 years work experience in the hotel industry in Engineering
• Minimum one two years supervisory experience preferred
• Bachelors degree preferred
• Able to resolve conflicts guests, supervisor and employee
• Able to collaborate effectively with other hotel employees and managers to ensure teamwork
• Advance knowledge of building management and engineering
• Excellent organizational skills
• General understanding of insurance requirements
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Experience working in a union environment
• Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and life safety operating systems

Skills

• Electrical Engineering