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Chief Engineer

Parmelia Hilton Perth

About the role

Parmelia Hilton Perth is seeking a passionate and talented Chief Engineer to lead our Engineering Department. Reporting to the Director of Operations, OurChief Engineer is responsible for the entire engineering operations of the hotel's systems, plant, and equipment. The management of the department's team members and ensuring the budget is utilized efficiently and effectively ensures the hotel can deliver exceptional guest experiences. Key responsibilities also include ensuring Australian building compliance requirements are met, acting as Chief Fire Warden, championing hotel environmental and sustainability initiatives, ensuring Hilton Brand Standards are adhered to, and maintaining the hotel's assets.

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travellers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

·A competitive industry salary

·Free team member meals served fresh daily

·Worldwide travel discounts at unbelievable rates for you and your friends and family! and generous discounts on food and beverage offerings,

·Free access to growth and development opportunities from top class providers; Harvard University and LinkedIn Learning just to name a few

·A workplace culture that foster personal wellbeing and gives you free access to Employee Assistance Programs to support your mental and physical wellbeing

·Inclusion in a generous bonus scheme, long term career development planning and opportunities, and

·Investment in your well-being to include flexible working arrangements that support you in making space for what matters most

What will I be doing?

As the Chief Engineer, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

·Plan and carry out a range of engineering, management and maintenance work.

·Plan and implement duty rosters, carry out maintenance repairs and ensure a smooth transition of duty.

·Be in charge of the Engineering store and energy saving team.

·Supervise the M&E system, equipment repair and maintenance.

·Schedule staff training, evaluate and improve employee performance.

·Be responsible for hotel property maintenance and safety.

·Carry out energy, environmental protection, fire prevention and safety management.

·Make sure that routine operations of the Engineering department runs smoothly.

·Carry out thorough building inspections to ensure high quality of repair and maintenance and that they meet set standards.

·Inspect all equipment and ensure efficient production and technology management of equipment maintenance.

·Read technical reports and check all daily reports to ensure safe and normal operations of all equipment.

·Arrange work intensity effectively to ensure maximum productivity and well-balanced labour.

·Implement maintenance repairs and ensure an effective maintenance program.

·Keep in contact with the Banquet department to be informed of event requirements to be prepared.

·Schedule periodical work reports to improve working efficiency of the Engineering department.

·Plan and implement multi-skills training for staff to improve work efficiency and quality.

·Carry out effective control on the purchase for Engineering stock to minimize wastage and maximize cost savings.

·Read water quality reports and ensure the supply of good quality water from the water treatment system.

·Hold fire prevention and safety meetings and ensure the effective operation of the fire prevention system.

·Monitor the energy usage, making statistics of energy consumption, and impose energy saving measures.

·Keep in contact with local authorities to solve related problems.

·Maintain efficient communications with other departments to form an effective communication net among different departments.

·Make good use of materials, minimize wastage and be environmentally friendly.

Qualifications

What are we looking for?

A Chief Engineer serving Hilton Brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

·Proficient in English to meet business needs.

·At least 5 years of experience in hotel/building services or other appropriate engineering fields.

·At least 2 years in a Chief Engineer position or 4 years in an Assistant Chief Engineer position in a 5-star hotel.

·Have specialized knowledge on water treatment, hydraulics, mechanics, chillers, air flows, H.V.A.C., L.V., electronics, sound, TV, lighting, elevators, boilers, pumps, etc.

·Capable of maintenance for all hotel building services including air-conditioning, ventilation, refrigeration, electrical installation, lighting system, plumbing system, boiler, laundry, kitchen, lift, fire protection, escalator, sound system, TV system, etc.

·Possess knowledge of the requirements of government regulations and technical rules.

·Capable of following specifications for hotel services.

·Possess knowledge of energy conservation.

·Capable of managing and training Engineering Team Members.

Please note that international candidates will not be considered at this stage as sponsorship will not be offered. Interstate candidates are welcome to apply.

Job: Engineering, Maintenance and Facilities

Title: Chief Engineer

Location: null

Requisition ID: HOT0AHTM

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