Chief Engineer

Raines Company

The Role

Overview

Oversee hotel facility maintenance, lead engineering team, manage preventive & emergency repairs.

Key Responsibilities

  • energy management
  • key control
  • preventive maintenance
  • emergency response
  • staff training
  • guest maintenance

Tasks

-Manage energy expenses and continually work towards energy conservation -Motivate coach counsel and discipline all Engineering personnel according to company standards -Act as emergency contact person -Focus the Engineering Department on their role in contributing to the guest satisfaction -Respond to calls for service, regardless of the day/night and time -Maintain files of and be familiar with all operational manuals and warranty agreements for equipment -Establish and maintain key control system -Conduct daily property tour of the hotel and exterior perimeter for debris and trash removal; Check the lighting and irrigation periodically -Coordinate fire drills and the training of all employees on safety procedures -Respond to employee emergency situations using information contained in M.S.D. sheets. Keep M.S.D. sheets current and easily available (with Executive Housekeeper) -Train and supervise the hourly Engineering staff and coordinate all scheduling -Handle guestroom maintenance requests in a timely and efficient manner -Immediately follow up on any alarms to determine the exact location and cause; determine emergency status and report to Guest Services and/or the General Manager with findings -Establish ongoing training for all departments especially Housekeeping Front Desk and Kitchen to maintain basic upkeep of their departments and equipment -Attend weekly staff meetings and provide training on a rotational basis -Ensure that the Preventative Maintenance program is implemented and administered -Attend monthly all-employee meetings and any other functions required by management -Evaluate and spot check the work of all staff and contractors or outside laborers -Coordinate all inspections of life-safety systems including extinguishers smoke alarms etc. to maintain proper safety standards -Adhere to budgeted expense allotments using proper procedures for all purchases and keep all necessary items (light bulbs name tags etc.) stocked -Review Engineering staff's worked hours for payroll compilation and submit to accounting on a timely basis -Use company-wide tools, systems and applications without exception -Ensure that employees are at all times attentive friendly courteous and helpful to guests all other employees -Prepare and conduct all Engineering interviews and follow hiring procedures

The Company

About Raines Company

-built a reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects. -specializes in a broad range of sectors, including commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure. -notable for its expertise in managing complex, large-scale developments with precision and efficiency. -delivered successful projects across various industries, with a focus on long-term client relationships. -commits to excellence, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. -diverse portfolio spans urban developments, utility infrastructure, and major residential communities.

Sector Specialisms

Aviation

Aerospace

Defense

Government Services

Education / K-12

Tertiary Education

Childcare

Regulatory & Compliance

Professional Services

Transportation

Freight Forwarding

Architecture, Engineering & Construction

Hospitality

Real-Estate & Property Management

Security & Surveillance

Project Management

Entertainment and Media

Non-Profit Organisations

Manufacturing

Retail/Wholesale

Information Technology

Cloud Services

Data Centre Hosting

Security Clearance

-pre-employment background check required.