Assistant Chief Engineer

• Supervise the two sections: Repair & Maintenance and Maintenance & Operation.
• To ensure that all defects to building, plants and equipment are properly and promptly dealt with,
particularly when they are affecting guests’ comfort.
• Advise the chief engineer immediately of breakdowns and faults in any system.
• To ensure that the responsible skilled operators correctly log all essential plant readings and that
all consumable, services, materials and fuels are logged to record consumption and to ensure that
adequate supplies of these items are maintained.
• To ensure that all personnel are present at the place of work when scheduled.
• To assist the supervisors in preparation of Duty roster.
• To supervise the staff under his control in carrying out their duties and to inform the Chief
engineer of any misconduct or staff grievance.
• To ensure that the induction takes place for all new staff in the Department and to carry out
training according to the Training program agreed.
• To ensure that a high standard of cleanliness is maintained in all areas not under the direct
responsibility of the Housekeeping Department.
• To report to the Chief Engineer on a daily basis to discuss the previous day’s events and plan
future work.
• To accompany the Chief Engineer on tours of inspection of the Hotel as required.
• To assist in the planning and possible improvement of the department.
• To have particular regard for safety of all plants and equipment and the protection of staff and
guests against accidents.
• To ensure that all accidents suffered by guests or staffs are reported, as the procedure laid down,
paying particular attention where machinery pr equipment is involved.
• To ensure that all spare and stores are used in economical manner and to supervise the issue and
control of the same.
• To ensure that no alteration is made to existing equipment, building, documents and systems
without prior approval from the Chief Engineer.
• To join the Hotel’s fire brigade.
• To ensure that all staff have a clear understanding of the Hotel’s fire drill and staff handbook and
the regulations stated within.
• Proper follow-up of Preventive Maintenance and Maintenance Plan.
• Fire and other safety programmes, effective routine maintenance, water analysis, and quality
control.
• Participate with the chief Engineer in review and recommendation of annual budget.
• Brief the Chief Engineer on outstanding service requests on daily basis.
• Follow-up on all service requests pertaining to activities in your charge and bring to notice of the
chief Engineer, any request not attended within 24 hours.
• To carry out any other duties that may be assigned by the Chief Engineer.
• Organize energy conservation committee meeting on a monthly basis. Implement energy
conservation measures to reduce energy use.
• Obtain quotations from outside contractors, summarize and forward to Chief Engineer.
• Follow-up and supervise outside contracts.
• To ensure the service contracts are done according to the agreement and brief chief Engineer if
there is any defect in the quality of work.
• To monitor work activity during the course of the day and ensure that all the staff assigned to
specific duties are performing their duties.
• To ensure the highest standard of cleanliness are maintained in all areas and to liaise with other
departments in this manner.
• To implement and supervise the execution of all capital works as and when instructed by the Chief
Engineer and to keep accurate cost records of such works.
• Health & Safety – Check all power tools, ladders, stairways, electric extension records used in the
Hotel periodically for safety.
• To ensure that all spare parts are available for the equipment under your section in the Engineering
store.
Qualification:
• Middle or Secondary Education + Additional training or certificates in the relevant field is a plus.
Experience:
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in hotel industry.
• Proven experience working in a top luxury resorts is a plus.
• At least 1 year of professional experience on a similar position is a plus.
Technical skills:
• Guest-oriented and service-minded.
• Self-motivated and proactive.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Enthusiasm and willingness to learn.
• Great attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a high pressure, fast paced environment.
• Strong leadership abilities
• Excellent knowledge of maintenance department.
• Fluency in English or another language, written and verbal communication.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No