Position: Engineering Manager
Reports to: Director of Operations
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Engineering Manager will oversee the day to day operation of the Engineering Division in collaboration with the Director of Engineering. The Engineering Manager will actively participate be involved during the pre-opening of the Hotel by liaising with the construction team and ensuring quality of work under supervision of Director of Engineering.
• Work closely with the ownership group to ensure all equipment is properly
installed and running smoothly
• Manage the Hotel’s Energy Management Systems
• Work closely with the Housekeeping Management team to find efficiencies
• between maintenance and housekeeping to exceed guest and employee
expectations
• Support a diverse team in the operation and maintenance of the Hotel
• Support Director of Engineering in an extensive Preventative Maintenance
• Program for guestrooms, public areas and safety systems to facilitate a building that is remains in “pristine” condition
• Liaise with the Rooms Division and Food & Beverage and other related
departments to coordinate guest services and resolve emerging issues promptly
• Manage and re-evaluate the need for service contracts and look for efficiencies in the management of such processes
• Help Director of Engineering in ensuring the effective utilization and productivity
of all employees including staff planning, recruiting and training and development
• Actively participate in Fairmont Baku’s Environmental Committee and implement environmental initiatives across the hotel to support a sustainable
environment
• Be a contributing member of the Emergency Response Team and liaison with the local Fire Department
• Follow the departmental health and safety and emergency response procedure
training programs
• Foster an environment of open communication, teamwork and recognition by setting a strong example and by “doing whatever it takes” to get the job done
• Be Health & Safety conscious and actively involved in maintaining a safe work environment
• Comply with Fairmont Hotels & Resorts policies, procedures and code of ethics
• Uphold the highest standard of internal and external customer service at all times
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Minimum 2 years experience in senior positions in Engineering, preferably in a hotel environment
• Experience in a pre-opening environment is an asset
• Bilingual – English and either Azerbaijani and/or Russian
• Engineering designation or related hotel systems designation an asset
• Good awareness of local regulations, such as building codes, fire, and health and safety
• Proven leadership skills in assisting employees to consistently achieve personal and departmental goals
• Must be proactive with strong problem solving abilities to ensure a good level of productivity at all times
• Proven success in energy management
• Results oriented with the ability to be flexible and work well under pressure
• Self-confident and able to prioritize tasks to meet goals
• Ability to build strong relationships, interact and influence others at all levels of the organization
*Only Online Applications are accepted. Please APPLY ONLINE:
• Step 1: Visit our career portal at http://www.fairmontcareers.com
• Step 2: Click on the new Search Position link
• Step 3: Use the drop down menus to search by location, job category, position, title or keyword
• Step 4: Select a position and ‘apply online”
Note: Please be attentive during the “Online Assessment” step of the application. You will be given two options: to complete the Online Assessment right away or to send it to your email account to complete later. Please ensure that your “pop-ups” are temporarily unblocked (disabled) to allow you to complete the Online Assessment. Your application will only be complete once your Online Assessment has been completed.