Duty Engineer - (Pre Opening) Waldorf Astoria

The Duty Engineer manages the maintenance and repair of the hotel buildings, grounds and contents in a cost-effective manner, ensuring the efficient and safe operation of all plant and equipment. This role is concerned with assisting in the supervision of all repair, maintenance and new installations, ensuring the safety operations in the hotel. He / she effectively communicates and solves the questions guests encountered. As the Duty Engineer, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards. Ensures that engineering and maintenance operations within the hotel, including general property maintenance energy conservation, are working properly and to standard. Develops Engineering Team and staying abreast of compliance regulations and procedures in the field of Engineering, as required for hotel standards. Performs day-to-day routine and preventative maintenance within the hotel rooms. Responds promptly and efficiently to any maintenance calls that arise. Executes the preventative maintenance schedule and ensures all equipment and designated areas are maintained to the required standard. Keeps the hotel’s Assistant Chief Engineer informed of progress of all jobs in order to control cost effectiveness in work assignments and availability of manpower. Assists in the handling of emergencies in order to ensure responsible back up in taking corrective acts in a safe and efficient manner. Coordinates and supervises the work of service contractors to ensure that the terms of all such contracts for all equipment and systems are fully implemented. Responsible for training employees to improve working skills, enabling them to work with maximum efficiency. Conduct regular performance evaluations with employees, guiding and training employees to be competent for higher positions. Works with management and Team Members, as well as outside support, to develop and maintain a continuing atmosphere of Guest and Team Members’ comfort and safety. Assists in the implementation of energy conservation program. Maintains all tools, equipment, and working areas in good condition. Keeps technical knowledge and skills up to date. Perform any other reasonable duties and duties as assigned. A Duty Engineer serving Hilton Brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. At least 3 years of working experience in the same position or 5 years of supervisory experience in a 4 / 5-star hotel. Proficient in English to meet business needs. Knowledgeable of hotel electrical and mechanical knowledge. Familiar with hotel engineering equipment maintenance and repairs. Strong communication and coordination skills.