Duty Engineer

Raffles Hotels & Resort is a collection of award-winning luxury hotels located in vibrant destinations around the world. It is part of AccorHotels brands, which offers unique moments and diverse experiences in more than 4.100 addresses throughout 95 countries. From luxury to economy, each hotel shares a common, well-being and warm welcome.

Raffles Seychelles offers spectacular colleague accommodation, accompanied by world class facilities, transportation, uniforms, meals and boat tickets to and from Praslin/Mahé. The Resort features 86 luxurious villas, the award-winning Raffles Spa as well as several stylish and unique dining options. 

We offer excellent career development and growth opportunities for our colleagues who have the talent, dedication, drive and passion to be part of a leading global luxury hospitality brand.
 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position:            Duty Engineer

Department:    Engineering       

Reports to:       Assistant Chief Engineer / Chief Engineer             

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PURPOSE OF POSITION

To ensure efficient operation and maintenance of the physical plant, structure, utility services, equipment, fixtures, and furnishings for the hotel facility and staff housing complex.

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Help Assistant Chief Engineer in running day to day operations of Engineering department.
• Schedule and document planned and unplanned maintenance programs for the various systems such as but not limited to: air-conditioning & electrical, refrigeration, FLS equipment, building maintenance including furniture & fixtures, painting, parts renewal & repairs, kitchen and laundry equipment, low voltage (LV), guest rooms, F&B outlets, function/banquet areas, front/back of the house, plumbing & drainage for the resort and staff accommodation in accordance with O&M manual.
• Coordinate with Colleagues Services Manager all Engineering-related requests and assist at the colleagues housing together with Assistant Chief Engineer.
• Work closely with all team leaders to ensure smooth and efficient daily operation of Engineering department.
• Assist Assistant Chief Engineer and Team leaders in preparing daily Engineering staff briefing and assist in distributing daily work assignments with follow ups.
• Prepare daily tasks with Assistant Chief Engineer and Team Leaders.
• Assist in preparation of consumption reports on power, water, steam, and gas
• Work closely with Assistant Chief Engineer for all internal projects and ensures safe work practices.
• Supervise team members to ensure safe work practices, efficient operation, proper preventative maintenance and repair to equipment.
• Assist with departmental procurements in gathering quotes with proper compilations of equipment manuals.
• Provide constructive feedback to all team members to ensure safe work practices, efficient operation, proper maintenance and repair to equipment.
• Maintain healthy and good working relation with engineering and other departments.
• Any additional duties as assigned.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Proficient in all aspects of area of expertise
• Ability to work independently with good interpersonal skills
• A creative, practical and pro-active approach to problem solving
• A proven ability to build, lead and supervise a team
• An energetic and dynamic personality

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma or Trade Certificate in area of expertise

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in hospitality industry with multi-trades at a supervisory level, and hands on experience in appropriate trade.

• Diploma or Trade Certificate in area of expertis
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in hospitality industry with multi-trades at a supervisory level, and hands on experience in appropriate trade.

• Oral and written fluency in English
• Friendly
• Displays initiative
• Mechanial Skills
• Electrical and Plumbing
• Problem Solving
• Safety Protocols
• Team player
• Customer/people oriented
• Responsible and helpful