Assistant Manager - Engineering

Supervises the repair, maintenance and engineering operations according to the departmental standards.

• Properly handles and maintains all power tools.
• Assists other tradespersons or technicians when requested by superiors.
• Reads and assess the utility and equipment log reports and if found necessary takes appropriate corrective action in consultation with Chief Engineer.
• Keeps a close inventory of engineering stores and maintains required inventory of essential parts to ensure smooth operations.
• Monitors closely the fuel consumption pattern and stock levels and takes corrective measures in consultation with Chief Engineer.
• On a daily basis goes through logs of the briefings and de-briefings made by Team leaders and advices accordingly.
• Creates a monthly plan for training in coordination with training manager.
• Modifies installations to minimise waste of material and provide access for future maintenance.
• Avoids unsightly hazards and complies with all local regulations and codes.
• Ensures cleanliness of all work areas and protects the surroundings when executing duties.
• Performs repairs and maintenance work to all guest rooms, public and service areas of the hotel to ensure they are well maintained.
• Regularly inspects the entire building with particular attention on defective or deficient life safety features and to observe closely the condition of all operating equipment. Specific attention must be placed on areas of difficult access.
• Executes Effective Management of Preventive Maintenance Programme.
• Ensures effective energy conservation measures in areas of operations.
• Ensures fire, life and safety systems are operational.
• Ensures effective service recovery pertaining to guests’ feedback.
• Reviews and approves all invoices and Purchase Requests involving Technical Services and installations, machinery, parts and audio-visual equipment etc.
• Assists in ensuring that the property, its systems and the operational procedures comply with all the prevailing local and national codes, notifying the Chief Engineer of areas of non-compliance, if any.
• Works closely with other Department Heads in a supportive and flexible manner, focusing on the overall success of the hotel and the satisfaction of hotel guests.