Chief Engineer-Five star Hotel- Jobs in Kenya, Nairobi

A fantastic opportunity has just become available for an experienced Chief Engineer to work for a big five star Hotel in Mount Kenya. Kenyans only

JOB DESCRIPTION

Department : Engineering – Repair & Maintenance

Position : Chief Engineer

Reporting to : GM / Group Chief Engineer

Scope of Position:

The Engineer will be responsible for the general direction of management, supervising the maintenance personnel, remodelling and building construction of the hotel facilities.

* Will be in charge of the whole facility in Mount Kenya.

* To assist in managing operational budget plans and administration.

* To provide strict quality control standards to ensure our “Front of the House” facilities are well maintained to ensure a premium rating of our facilities and maintain and enhance the hotel for the guest satisfaction and enjoyment.

* Will complete “Quality Control Inspections”. Upon completion of the inspections, a detailed inspection report will be completed to ensure immediate repairs and or corrections are completed for the public access areas, safety concerns will also be identified and addressed during the inspection.

* To initiate and execute major work, as well as clear understanding of business administration, building material and general furnishings as applied to a large hotel.

* Will be responsible for compliance of fire, electrical, plumbing codes and health, sanitation, OSHA requirements.

* Will be responsible for the hotel’s interior and exterior landscaping operations. Supervises, schedules and plan activities of the maintenance department.

* Will continuously seeks cost savings throughout the hotel.

* Will obtain proposals and schedule repair work for the public areas and coordinate repair work schedules to prevent any inconvenience for our guests.

* Will be responsible for the accurate control of the “Rooms Out of Order” and “Trouble Log” reports to track conditions and deficiencies of the guest rooms and public areas.

* Will be responsible to provide OSHA required safety training and conduct safety inspections for the hotel facilities.

* Will provide guest service standard training for the Engineering personnel to provide efficient and quality service for our guests and fellow employees.

* Will be able to complete guest room repairs as needed.

* Will interact with other departments to assure guest satisfaction.

* Maintains all maintenance records and blueprints o the hotel.

* Will be responsible for processing the payroll for the department.

* Will control issuing purchase order numbers for material purchases.

* Will coordinate the process for annual maintenance.

* Will obtain price quotations and fills out requisitions for parts and supplies.

* Responsible for the control and distribution of the telephone equipment throughout the hotel.

* Obtain proposals and schedule repair work for the public areas and coordinate repair work schedules to prevent any inconvenience for our guests.

* Complete weekly “Quality Control Inspections” with the Executive Housekeeper and Manager of the area being inspected for the “Front of the House” areas. Upon completion of the inspections, a detailed inspection report will be completed to ensure immediate repairs and or corrections are completed for the public access areas. Safety concerns will also be identified and addressed during the inspection.

* Has a demonstrated ability to initiate and execute major work, as well as a clear understanding of business administration, building material and general furnishings as applied to a large hotel.

* Must have working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, air conditioning – refrigeration, lock Operations and mechanical repairs.

* Basic English language communication skills in order to fully comprehend the job assignment; read and understand manufacturers’ instructions to adhere to safety warning.

* Basic mathematical and calculator skills to prepare mathematical calculations without error.

* Ability to listen effectively, to speak and write in English clearly.

* Requires working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word 2000 and Microsoft Excel programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Degree holder, preferably in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
* Minimum 5 years experience or equivalent in similar responsibilities at an upscale luxury brand, 5-star property.
* Proven effective development and communications skills
* Highly organized, goal and results oriented person.
* Analytical skills a must combined with creativity and initiative.

Qualified and interested candidates should send their CV immediately in word or PDF format.The position applied should be the subject of your email.

Email: recruit@careeroptionsafrica.com