Director of Engineering

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Job Description For Director of Engineering

JOB SUMMARY

The Director of Engineering is a pro-active and energetic leader at the 420-room Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur, and is a key Executive Committee member.

Working in partnership with a dynamic senior team at the distinctive Le Méridien hotel, this person has overall responsibility for maintaining the building, grounds, and physical plant, with particular attention to safety, security, and asset protection. They are accountable for managing the budget, capital expenditure projects, preventative maintenance, and energy conservation, as well as being the Sustainability Champion at the hotel. This role leads, motivates and develops the Engineering team at the hotel to deliver a service that exceeds the expectations of guests and associates while maximizing financial performance. This leader is responsible for maintaining standards and regulatory requirements, as well as Marriott International processes & reporting, along with leading the emergency response team for all potential facility issues.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience
• High school diploma or GED; 6 years experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/Electrical/Plumbing.

OR
• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics, or related major; 4 years experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/Electrical/Plumbing.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Managing Engineering Operations and Budgets

• Leads, Coaches and Supports the engineering team to effectively manage the physical plant including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment and electrical systems in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
• Ensures controllable expenses (e.g., wages, heat, light and power, water consumption, tools and equipment, grounds keeping supplies, uniforms, vendors, service agreements, inventory) are maintained at budget.
• Works with property and regional engineering leadership team to determine how Engineering is performing against budget and highlights areas of opportunity to leadership
• Manages and controls heat, light and power and associated usage
• Develops and manages the operating and CAPEX Engineering budget.
• Oversees execution of long term preventative maintenance and 10 year asset protection plans at the hotel
• Maintains a close relationship with the hotel owners, and addresses potential areas of opportunity while proposing solutions to owners in a proactive manner
• Maintains property life safety systems (e.g., fire fighting equipment, sprinkler systems, and alarm systems).
• Ensures building and equipment licenses, permits and certifications are current.
• Ensures compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
• Understands the impact of department's operation on the overall property financial goals; educates engineering associates on details as appropriate.
• Ensures that regular on-going communication takes place throughout the engineering operation to communicate daily operations activities, set expectations and create awareness of business objectives.

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

At Le Méridien, we are inspired by the era of glamorous travel, celebrating each culture through the distinctly European spirit of savouring the good life. Our guests are curious and creative, cosmopolitan culture seekers that appreciate moments of connection and slowing down to savour the destination. We provide authentic, chic and memorable service along with experiences that inspire guests to savour the good life. We're looking for curious and creative people to join our team. If you appreciate connecting with like-minded guests and have a deep desire to create memorable experiences, we invite you to explore career opportunities with Le Méridien. In joining Le Méridien, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.