Chief Engineer

About Fairmont 

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is where the intimate equally coexists with the infinite – an unrivaled portfolio of more than 90 extraordinary hotels where grand moments of life, heartfelt pleasures and personal milestones are celebrated and remembered long after any visit. Since 1907, Fairmont has created magnificent, meaningful and unforgettable hotels, rich with character and deeply connected to the history, culture and community of its destinations – places such as The Plaza in New York City, The Savoy in London, Fairmont San Francisco, Fairmont Banff Springs in Canada, Fairmont Peace Hotel in Shanghai, and Fairmont The Palm in Dubai. Famous for its engaging service, awe-inspiring public spaces, locally inspired cuisine, and iconic bars and lounges, Fairmont also takes great pride in its pioneering approach to hospitality and leadership in sustainability and responsible tourism practices. Fairmont is part of Accor, a world leading hospitality group counting over 5,400 properties throughout more than 110 countries, and a participating brand in ALL - Accor Live Limitless – a lifestyle loyalty program providing access to a wide variety of rewards, services and experiences.   

• 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
• Conduct daily engineering staff briefing and distribute daily work assignments
• Prepare, monitor and analyze consumption report on power, water, steam, and gas
• 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
• Liaise with government and statutory bodies to ensure compliance with rules and regulations 
• Provide training to all department staff to ensure safe work practices, efficient operation, proper maintenance and repair to equipment, as well as good team morale

• Post-Secondary graduate in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years experience in hospitality industry with multi-trades at a managerial level.

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