Chief Engineer

We are looking for a Chief Engineer to join our Engineering team at The Hoxton, Portland.  We are an ambitious company in need of someone who will take on the crucial role of supporting the success of our dynamic property and to ensure that we meet compliance and regulatory standards, be responsible for the overall maintenance of the hotel’s physical facilities, maintenance costs, safety policies, and contractors. The role is be based within the property and reports directly to the General Manager.

The Hoxton, Portland is situated in an iconic building with an incredible history dating back to 1906. Located in Portland’s Old Town Chinatown, The Hoxton, Portland has a vibrant, welcoming public spaces providing a place where guests can hangout alongside the locals and submerse themselves in the neighborhood, 119 bedrooms, a lobby and rooftop restaurant.

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.

What we’re looking for…

• You have a high and professional level of verbal and written communication skills and competent computer skills.
• You have at least 3 years of building management experience.
• You have strong team management skills and can effectively train, develop and lead a team.
• You have a knowledge of smart building management, including but not limited to HVAC, electrical and plumbing.
• You have experience of monitoring and implementing Health & Safety procedures.
• A balance between a methodical and process-driven approach and flexibility and creativity when it comes to meeting deadlines and finding solutions
• Passion for hospitality – whether that’s a drink, a meal, an event or a bed for the night
• You’re all about having a positive impact on the people you interact with, leaving them with a memorable experience
• Ability to work positively and collaboratively to achieve the highest standards of delivery at work
• Your humble and open to ideas. We leave our egos at the door and help get shit done
• You’re up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once
• If we got stuck in a lift together, we’d have a good time and share a few laughs
• You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way

What’s in it for you…

• Become part of a team that’s very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences.
• Competitive salary.
• 24 days of paid time off and holidays plus a comprehensive insurance benefits package.
• Food on us during your shift.
• Enjoy a free night at The Hoxton when you first start with us.
• Training to get you settled into your role with ongoing development that helps you think, make and thrive to set you up for success at work. 
• An annual diversity and inclusion calendar of events creating opportunities for you to learn, celebrate and make a positive impact.
• Regular team get togethers, from our High Fives to our (pretty special!) team parties – we know how to have a good time!
• The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding.
• Join an innovative, fast-growing, international group that is shaking things up on the hospitality scene.
• Excellent discounts across The Hoxton and the global Ennismore family.

More about us….

The Hoxton is a series of open-house hotels, each in a neighborhood that we love. Ever since we opened our first hotel in Shoreditch, we’ve never just been about offering a bed for the night. We want to be more than that: proving style doesn’t need to be sacrificed for good value and providing a place where guests can hang out alongside the locals and submerse themselves in the neighborhood with vibrant, welcoming public spaces.

The Hoxton, Portland is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.  True Facts.