Assistant Director of Engineering

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Raffles the Palm Dubai is on the western crescent of Palm Jumeirah, the world’s largest manmade island and archipelago. This luxurious five-star hotel with 381 spacious rooms, suites and villas is embellished with hand-crafted Italian touches and offset by carefully selected amenities to complete the atmosphere of elegance. Guests can enjoy panoramic views, a private beach, state of the art entertainment and recreational facilities, including specialist boutiques, a VIP movie theatre, signature and private restaurants complemented by exquisite banqueting and conference spaces.

When visiting Raffles, guests will discover the individual personality and story offered by the hotel. At the essence of every Raffles is the delivery of thoughtful, personal and discreet service to well-travelled guests.  Raffles Hotels & Resorts is an award-winning, luxury international hotel company with a history dating back to 1887 with the opening of Raffles Hotel, Singapore.  The portfolio currently comprises eleven luxurious properties, from secluded resorts to city hotels in key locations around the world.

• Assist the Director of Engineering to design and implement projects to improve plant efficiency
• Identify needs for improvement projects and supervise project implementations
• Monitor planned and unplanned maintenance programs for the various systems such as : air-conditioning & electrical, refrigeration, FLS equipment, building maintenance including furniture & fixtures, painting, parts renewal & repairs, kitchen and laundry equipment, vertical transportation, low voltage (LV), guest rooms, F&B outlets, function/banquet areas, front/back of the house, plumbing & drainage etc. 
• Co-ordinate/inform other departments with regards to inconvenience, noise and duration of maintenance works prioritising maintenance activities for guest rooms and public areas
• Conduct daily engineering staff briefing and distribute daily work assignments
• Prepare capital & repairs budget plan for the department
• monitor and analyze consumption report on power, water, steam, gas & other departmental expenditures.
• Liaise with suppliers and contractors to obtain correct supplies and ensure proper implementation of contracts
• Negotiate, sign and verify maintenance contracts and supplier invoices
• Ensure that maintenance & repairs performed by contractors are executed in accordance with agreed health and safety policy, contracts, fees or charges
•  Assist the Director of Engineering in preparing / monitoring budget and control expenses within all areas of the department. 
• Liaise with government and statutory bodies to ensure compliance with rules and regulations 
• Provide training to all department staff to ensure safe work standards, practices, efficient operation, proper maintenance and repair to equipment, as well as good team morale
• Developing systems and procedures to ensure the health and safety of guests, Team Members, plant, machinery and property
• Identifying and introducing environment friendly systems and equipment
• Develop & monitor the hotel’s energy conservation plan.
• Monitoring Key Performance Indicators for the Engineering Department and taking corrective action as required - equipment inventory, quality audit, productivity, etc
• Responsibility for all Team Member related activities including recruitment, performance management, training, career planning, disciplinary matters and team motivation

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Proficient in all aspects of building operations and facilities management
• 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 manage a team
• An energetic and dynamic personality

• Degree in Engineering (preferably mechanical)

EXPERIENCE

• At least 5 years in a similar Engineering managerial role in a 5 star hotel
• Minimum 10 years experience in hospitality industry with multi-trades at a supervisor level