DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING
Job Summary
Manage all aspects of hotel and building maintenance programs including
electrical, plumbing, woodwork, water production and waste water
management, gas, fire and safety (including security), HVAC
refrigeration, interior paint and decorating.
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Position Summary
Manage
all aspects of hotel and building maintenance programs including
electrical, plumbing, woodwork, water production and waste water
management, gas, fire and safety (including security), HVAC
refrigeration, interior paint and decorating. Oversee the Security,
Safety and Loss Prevention for the Lodge and guide the team accordingly.
Respond to inquiries and problems in an efficient, courteous and
professional manner to achieve maximum customer satisfaction while
complying with all client policies & procedures.
Responsibilities:
·
Hiring, training, supervision, scheduling, counseling, and
evaluation of performance for the entire Engineering and Security
department including all Managers and line Employees. Ensure annual
reviews are completed on time in Workday and ensure Goals are completed
on time for all Dept. Heads in the division.
· Ensure proper
execution of work order/request system and that items are followed up on
when necessary. Ensure proper planning of activities and employee time
to maximize the efficiency of the Engineering department.
·
Supervise requisitions for purchase and work orders and liaise
effectively with the Purchasing Manager and fellow Engineering Managers.
Annually Review Vendors to obtain best quotes and updated and current
list of suppliers.
· Ensure well organized system in place
for all Engineering stores and adequate spare parts are in place to
avoid down time of key machinery items. Maintain logs on movement of
stock items and tools, while monitoring the distribution of items.
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Implement preventive maintenance schedules, policies and rules
to ensure an efficient department. This applies to Woodwork (Floor
Covering/ Walkways/ Support Structures), Lifts, Plumbing, Generators and
Alternators, Waste Water Treatment Plant, Reverse Osmosis Water
Production Plant, Roofing structures front and back of the house,
Kitchen and Laundry Equipment, Kitchen hoods, HVAC Equipment, Elevators
Guest Gym Equipment, Swimming Pools, Buggies and Vehicles.
· Pre Arrival Check of all Guest Rooms to ensure the rooms are technically and maintenance wise in perfect condition.
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Ensure perfect Room Program/ Perfect Public Area Program and
Perfect Employee Area Program are in place and properly tracked and
maintained. Monitor and assist with upkeep of Saba Saba Offices,
equipment’s and employee rooms.
· Overview and upkeep of Landscaping and decorative lighting throughout the public Areas and along the Walkways.
·
Ensure a proper pest control program is in place for both
inside and outside the Lodge grounds. Outside includes Tsetse Flag
Spraying Program and locating of flags.
· Up keep of all
water features throughout the property including pond at front drive and
water hole in front of Main Pool.
· Prepare and review
standards outlined in the MMM Audit which is an Engineering Audit
conducted on behalf of Client. Ensure follow up carried out following
the Audit and points noted.
· Prepare and review standards
outlined in the AON Security which is an Engineering Audit conducted on
behalf of client. Ensure follow up carried out following the Audit and
points noted.
· Continued focus on energy savings and cost
control procedures throughout the Lodge (Examples include LED Lighting
Projects/Power off in some room blocks during lower occupancies).
·
Work closely with the Director of Safety and Loss Prevention on
ensuring fire and other emergency procedures are in place, practiced and
constantly reviewed.
· Manage the maintenance of all
firefighting equipment in first class order and ensure that emergency
procedures are understood. This includes The Ansul System in the Kitchen
/ IT, Fire Hoses & Extinguishers along with the Fire Alarm System.
Ensure working knowledge of the Lodge Fire Break Road and annual upkeep
of the road itself.
· Comply with and enforce client Category
One and Category Two Work Rules and Standards of Conduct as set forth
in Empact.
· Work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors
· Ensure that meter readings are taken daily on heat, light and review information to evaluate consumption.
·
Review Pricing and offerings from Contractors / Suppliers to
ensure the Lodge is getting the best value for goods / services
purchased.
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· Actively support the Safety and Green Committees at The Lodge.
· Support the energy conservation program allowing the hotel to meet its annual budget targets.
· Maintain close working relations with Lodge contractors who furnish reliable 24 hour emergency service. (Tanapa / Police)
· Perform other duties as assigned by Management.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Education:
ü Relevant Diploma in Engineering studies and High school education Or Equivalent experience
ü Trade school in mechanics, refrigeration etc.
Experience:
ü Experience required by position is from two to five years of employment in the related position with reputable organization.
Skills and Abilities:
ü Requires a working technical knowledge of general building maintenance.
ü Working knowledge is generally learned on-the-Job or through a series of professional certifications.
ü Must possess a current license as an Operating Engineer.
ü Requires knowledge of the ability to operate computer equipment.
ü Requires knowledge of blue prints, wiring diagrams and hydraulics.
ü Ability to read and speak and write English.
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Travel required: Occasional 3
May be required to travel to, temporarily assist with or relocate to Arusha logistics office.
MODE OF APPLICATION:
Share only CV to: application@expertconsultancy.co.tz .
Please note priority will be given to the those shared CV early.
CLOSING DATE: 15th December, 2020
Our client is an equal opportunity employer, who celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees.
