Duties and responsibilities related to the Assistant Manager - Engineering role:
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Oversee the hotel's daily preventive and reactive maintenance program, managing work orders through a CMMS to ensure tasks are completed efficiently.
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Lead, schedule, and provide hands-on training for a multidisciplinary team of technicians (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, etc.).
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Conduct daily team briefings to assign tasks and ensure smooth shift handovers between engineering staff.
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Manage and monitor the hotel’s Building Management System (BMS) to optimize energy, water, and utility consumption.
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Supervise the regular maintenance and operation of critical assets, including chillers, boilers, generators, and swimming pool equipment.
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Ensure all Fire, Life & Safety (FLS) systems are tested and maintained in full compliance with Qatar Civil Defence Department (QCDD) standards.
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Develop and conduct regular safety training and drills for the engineering team to ensure preparedness for any emergency.
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Act as a key contact for guest-related maintenance issues, ensuring prompt, professional, and discreet resolution with minimal guest disruption.
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Manage service contracts and relationships with third-party vendors for specialized equipment like elevators, kitchen systems, and fire suppression.
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Control the inventory of spare parts, tools, and supplies, and assist the Chief Engineer in preparing the annual departmental budget and CapEx proposals.
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Prepare regular operational reports on team productivity, energy consumption, project status, and incidents for senior management.
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Coordinate closely with Housekeeping and the Front Office to schedule room maintenance and projects, ensuring rooms are returned to service promptly.