Duty Engineer

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• Responsible for the proper operation and maintenance of all machinery, equipment and engineering facilities and also ensure that there is no breakdown of the engineering systems.
• At regular intervals, inspect the working condition of equipment and engineering systems and ensure that all standards are maintained.
• Monitor and record utility consumption and assist the Chief Engineer to maintain efficiency.
• Assist the Chief Engineer to direct and coordinate the overall activities of the Engineering Department.
• Assist the Chief Engineer to identify the major facilities and equipment requirements for the department and the property.
• Ensure correct maintenance of all equipment in conjunction with the other user departments & stay abreast with the technological advances in surveillance & safety of equipment.
• Establish and maintain seamless co-ordination & co-operation with all departments to ensure maximum cooperation, productivity, morale and guest service.
• Provide effective support to the team to enable them to deliver effective and efficient services.
• Respond to customer queries by resolving issues in a timely and efficient manner to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Motivate and develop staff to ensure smooth functioning of the department.
• Ensure that the team is trained in all safety provisions.
• Ensure optimal, cost effective use of the resources and educate the team on the same.
• Inspect regularly to assess the state of the buildings and of the installations. This applies to the inspections of : all stonework, brickwork, paint works, coating, facing, covering, flooring, plumbing and carpentry, and questions concerning the heating, air conditioning, hot water tank as well as electrical problems relevant to high and low current (telephone, television, neon signs, kitchen equipment, vacuum cleaners, etc.), questions concerning refrigeration (refrigerating unit) and the functioning of elevators.
• To supervise the operations of Air-conditioning plant, boilers, pumps etc.
• Follow proper safety measures.
• Check and ensure that the temperature of cold stores, public areas etc. are maintained as per the specifications.
• Ensure that all complaints are recorded and attended to promptly ensuring guest satisfaction.
• Coordinate with other departments for preventive maintenance of the equipment.
• Check and ensure proper handling, operation and maintenance of all the equipment.
• Ensure that desired level of water is maintained in water storage tanks.
• Check and ensure the working condition of fire detectors, fire fighting systems, transformers, electrical systems, etc.
• Check and ensure that proper safety measures have been adhered to and also ensure maintenance of all firefighting equipment.

• Secondary / High school education
• Trade Certificate with a minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar capacity
• Good reading and oral proficiency in English language
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and training skills
• Good communication and customer contact skills
• Results and service oriented with an eye for details
• Ability to multi-task, work well in stressful & high-pressure situations
• A team player & builder
• A motivator & self-starter
• Well-presented and professionally groomed at all times