Assistant Director of Engineering

Located on the coveted south shore of Maui in Wailea, Fairmont Kea Lani is Hawaiʻi’s only all-suite and villa luxury oceanfront resort. This newly transformed, distinctive property is located on the sunny shores of Polo Beach amongst 22 acres of tropical landscape, offering authentic Hawaiian cultural experiences and genuine personal service that embody the spirit of Aloha.

From full-moon staff hikes and beach clean-ups to appreciation luncheons and birthday holidays, our team provides endless opportunities to learn and grow in both your personal and professional development. Live and work in a place you love!

What is in it for you:

• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision and Dental) including extended benefits like; Basic insurance, TDI and Long-Term Disability for regular Full-time and Part-time employees
• 401(k) retirement savings plan and matching program
• One complimentary meal for all employees who work more than 6 hours per day
• Food & Beverage discount at Fairmont Kea Lani (venue specific and discount may vary)
• Wellness Offerings
• Exclusive employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities

At Fairmont Kea Lani, Maui, we push ourselves every day to always be better and leave the world a better place.  As Assistant Director of Engineering, you will empower the team to achieve exceptional standards while developing preventative maintenance and resource management programs that ensure a safe and welcoming hotel for all colleagues, guests and visitors.

Salary Range: $95,000-$105,000

What you will be doing:

• Recruit, motivate, coach, and discipline Engineering colleagues
• Effectively train, evaluate and promote the growth and development of internal talent by holding one-on-one meetings and completing performance reviews in accordance with company guidelines.  Establish quantitative standards of performance and utilizes leadership skills to maximize department’s capabilities.
• Ensure all physical operations of the Hotel, including refrigeration, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, plumbing, water treatment, and electrical systems are maintained in a neat, clean and safe fashion.
• Plan, implement and monitor the hotel's Preventative Maintenance Programs to maintain guest rooms, mechanical equipment, outlets, and public areas in appropriate condition.
• Coordinate renovations and maintenance related capital projects within the framework, budgets and time limits established.
• Maintain scheduling to complete work with minimal disruption to guest service and maximize productivity.
• Ensure property-wide compliance with all government regulations pertaining to building code requirements, insurance, loss prevention, health, fire, and life safety programs.
• Preparing and controlling the annual/monthly maintenance budgets and accurate forecasts.
• Prepare purchase orders, including product/service research, purchasing, implementation and tracking.
• Review ongoing service contracts for contractor performance and competitive pricing.
• Maintain close and effective working relationships with all other departments, owner representatives and external contractors.

Your experience and skills include:

• Ability to read, understand and interpret engineering and building blueprints.
• Knowledgeable in all regulations such as building codes, fire and health department requirements.
• Must be able to multi-task, be detail-oriented and organized in a fast paced, high volume environment.
• Must have ability to work independently and to prioritize or seek clarification in prioritizing work assignments.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of colleagues in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
• Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process.
• Must be service oriented and capable of communicating effectively with persons involved in all levels of authority, both internally and externally.
• Must possess basic computational ability.
• Must possess computer skills, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Excel, and e-mail functions.

Experience

• General knowledge of HVAC, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, commercial laundry equipment, commercial kitchen equipment
• 4 years experience as an Engineering Manager or Assistant Building Manager of a multi-faceted building complex
• Previous experience as a Chief Engineer or Assistant DOE preferred

Licenses or Certificates          

• Building Operator Certification preferred
• Certified Pool Operator Certification preferred

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent or vocational training
• Degree/diploma/certificate in Engineering or trade certification in Building Management is an asset

All Candidates must be in possession of identification proving authorization to work in the United States as defined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA). This Position does not offer sponsorship of Work Visas. Resumes submitted that cannot fulfill these requirements will not be considered.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Join our ‘ohana today:  Visit our website to learn more about living and working for Fairmont Hawai’i.  www.fairmonthawaiijobs.com

Why work for Accor?  So you can discover a world where life pulses with passion!​

Join the Accor Group, an ecosystem of over 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle places, that welcome you.  With us, your personality is valued, your opportunities for growth know no boundaries.  Every action you take has a positive and memorable impact on the experience of our customers, your colleagues, and also, on the planet, contributing to pioneering the art of responsible hospitality.

Hospitality is a work of heart! #fairmontcareers #alwayskealani