Chief Engineer

Job Description • Responsible for all aspects of Engineering department by ensuring smooth daily operations and guest appeal of the hotel/precinct. • Hire, train, schedule, support, review and discipline associates directly accountable to his/her position, to maintain highest possible levels of associate moral and department productivity. • Oversee and carry out preventive maintenance programs with the precinct and Fullerton Hotel to ensure consistent, reliable operation of system and to minimize downtime and loss • Directs the operations of the Engineering Department with the assistance of skilled technicians to maintain the mechanical, electrical, civil, structural aspects and furnishings therein to the required standards. • Directs the Engineering Department and accomplishes the following with the assistance of technicians on the preventive and corrective maintenance of all mechanical & electrical equipment and systems. • Maintains civil, structural aspects and furnishings in accordance to required standards. • Establishes and maintains fire safety programs and fire crew. • Prepares annual budget for the department expenses and initiates cost control programs. • Carries out planning, organizing, staffing and directing efforts to ensure efficient operation of the department. • Coordinates with all department heads regarding maintenance administration matters. • Coordinates with architects, M&E consultants and various government departments for project approval, executions and licenses etc. as directed by Director Of Engineering/General Manager. • In-charge of quotation requisition for major projects and jobs beyond the department’s capacity and ensures proper execution via effective supervision. • Involved in leading the team to maintain overall facility which includes air conditioning system, fire protection system, emergency power systems and other related equipment. • Prepare checklist for team to monitor their service delivery. Conduct inspections or checks to ensure work is completed satisfactorily. • Respond to guest's needs and ensure a high level of guest's satisfaction. • Initiate actions and hazardous situation and notify HOD of potential dangers. • Attend to emergencies during and after office hours such as power failure or black out. • Initiate or review all Engineering department capital expenditure request prior to approval of the Director Of Engineering/General Manager. • Schedule, coordinate and inspect all rooms-related preventive maintenance, room refurbishment, and public area projects on a regular basis. • Review and prioritize all daily work orders. • Ensure service and quality standards are maintained. • To be in-charge of the hotel renovation or soft refurbishment projects. • Any ad-hoc duties as and when assigned by the management. Requirements • Candidate must possess at least a diploma in Engineering, Professional Certificate / Higher Nitec in Engineering or equivalent • Minimum 5 years of experience in general building maintenance • Good relationship with vendors and contractors • Specialize in plumbing, electrical and mechanical preferred • Hospitality experience preferred • Able to work on weekends and public holidays