Director of Engineering

Egypt

Job Description

This position is responsible in ensuring the efficient operation of the hotel property and all its equipment, ancillary maintenance and repair services and protection of the Owner's asset.
Structural aspects of the hotel as well as the maintenance of grounds and external facilities fall within the span of responsibility of the Director Of Engineering.
Monitor budget and control expenses within all areas of the department
Responsible for determining the security requirements necessary to ensure that hotel property, employees, guests and patrons are protected against theft, crime, and other hazards, and/or manage the relationship with a third party
security firm contracted for such purposes
Coordinating purchasing for the Engineering departments with the finance team as per the hotel procedures
Manage sufficient par level stock of spare parts and ensures all incoming and outgoing items are registered.
Implements all necessary work procedures for preventive maintenance, initiate respective scheduled procedures and monitors carrying out of work as well as recording the results within appropriate filing system
Prioritizes department workload and efficiently repairs breakdowns.
Plan and execute the annual Preventative Maintenance program for the hotel.
To have a complete understanding of and to adhere to Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts policy relating to Fire, Hygiene, Health and Safety.
To oversee all technical installations on hotel plant, Sewage system, Fresh water, Emergency Generator, Air Condition System, Technical building Services, Kitchen equipment, Cooling systems, Swimming pools, hotel lightening, in-house Music & TV system and Paging system.
To ensure a consistently high standard of grooming is followed and by self and team
Have full knowledge of all products and services provided by the property and in the local area
Provides solutions for emergency situations and problems of a larger nature.
To lead and support employees in the achievement of financial, operational and service delivery targets via effective organizational policy and procedural development and appropriate colleague training activities

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent
Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior engineering operations position or 2-3 years of experience in a similar capacity
High degree of professionalism with strong understanding of business acumen
Previous Engineering experience in a comparable leadership role within a similar hotel brand or operation.
Exceptional technical skills and knowledge in managing complex and diverse facilities
Strong relator with ability to build collaborative relationships.
Strategic, creative and able to communicate effectively.
A proven leader who is able to inspire others and drive change.
Strong business acumen and demonstrated success in driving business.
Must have professional working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, plumbing and Hot water generation systems including devices such as pressure regulators, solenoid valves, gas valves, electrical relays, etc.

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