Mission:
Direct and manages the Engineering staff to ensure excellent owner/guest service and facility maintenance and all services suppliers related to security of the property.
Main Responsibilities:
Install, Maintain, and Repair Items
* Ensure that all flammable materials are stored in OSHA and EPA approved containment devices.
* Carry all equipment (e.g., keys, phones, pager, tools, radio) in order to maintain preparedness to carry out work tasks at all times.
* Use the Lockout/Tagout system before performing any maintenance work.
* Respond and attend to guest repair requests.
Maintain Building and Property
* Report any serious maintenance problems, unusual findings, or safety hazards immediately to the manager/supervisor.
* Identify, locate, and operate all shut-off valves for equipment.
* Comply with the life safety checklist, including completing the fire-pump run test and generator run test in accordance with local jurisdictions and company policies.
Coordinate with Others
* Communicate with customers when necessary to resolve maintenance issues.
Emergency Response
* Inspect fire sprinkler valves and fire alarm systems in accordance with company policy and local codes.
* Assist in development of disaster response protocols.
Assists Management
* Ensure employee compliance with company standards and policies and external regulations (e.g., safety, OSHA, department-specific procedures such as food standards).
* Assign and ensure work tasks are completed on time and that they meet appropriate quality standards.
* Encourage and motivate employees to perform their best, take responsibility for tasks and assignments, make decisions and provide input on possible improvements.
* Coordinate tasks and work with other departments to ensure that the department runs efficiently.
* Assist management to ensure that hourly employees have the necessary resources to effectively perform their jobs (e.g., supplies, equipment, and inventory).
* Serve as a departmental role model or mentor by working alongside employees to perform technical or functional job duties.
* Assist management in establishing and communicating goals, performance expectations, timetables and deadlines for shift or departmental operations to hourly employees and ensure that they are understood.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field preferred.
* Minimum of 3 years of engineering management experience, preferably in the hospitality industry.
* Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing systems, fire safety, and building codes.
* Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a diverse team.
* Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to handle high-pressure situations effectively.
* Good communication skills in English and Portuguese (written and spoken).