Engineering Manager

Job-:
Engineering & Facilities

Location:

Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Schedule:

Full time Posted:
Bonus Eligible?: NStock Package?: NJOB SUMMARY Reporting to the General Manager this role manages all engineering/maintenance operations. Manages the maintenance of the building, grounds and physical plant. Responsible for maintaining standards and regulatory requirements.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience Minimum 3 years experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area Minimum of 1 year managing a team Experience working in a hotel, or similar is preferred

Undergraduate or masters degree from an accredited university in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics, or related major

Full working rights for Australia, we cannot sponsor this roleCORE WORK ACTIVITIES Managing Engineering Operations
• Assists in developing project plans in accordance with renovation or new construction needs.
• Implements preventative maintenance and asset protection plan.
• Assists with managing the physical plant including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment and electrical systems in accordance with brand Standard Operating Procedures.

Maintaining Property Standards
• Manages and controls heat, light and power.
• Maintains property life safety systems (e.g., fire fighting equipment, sprinkler systems, alarm systems).
• Ensures fire crew has complete understanding of all procedures, equipment and alarms.
• Communicates and ensures departmental and hotel emergency procedures are executed when necessary.

Managing Engineering Team
• Conducts regular, on-going communication in all areas of Engineering.
• Communicates critical information to Engineering teams.
• Communicates a clear and consistent message regarding departmental goals to produce desired results.

Managing Profitability and Above Property Stakeholder Relations
• Assists in supervising construction to ensure timely completion of projects within budgetary guidelines.
• Collaborates with owner’s asset manager on decisions concerning capital improvements to the facility.
• Builds positive relationships with external customers (e.g., city building/zoning department, fire prevention bureau, vendors).Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service
• Focuses on improving service performance.
• Sets expectations and holds Engineering teams accountable for demonstrating desired service behaviors.
• Empowers employees to provide excellent guest service.

Conducting Human Resources Activities
• Utilizes employee feedback and an “open door” policy to identify and address employee problems or concerns in a timely manner.
• Assists in hiring engineering team members who demonstrate strong functional expertise, creativity and entrepreneurial leadership to meet the business needs of the operation.
• Ensures that regular on-going communication takes place throughout engineering operations to communicate daily operations activities, set expectations and create awareness of business objectives.
• Identifies opportunities to increase profits and create value by challenging existing processes, encouraging innovation and driving necessary change.
• Ensures employees are treated fairly and equitably.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

About the organization

The world is a big place and Marriott Executive Apartments offers temporary housing that feels like home in the biggest and best cities for business travel across Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa and the Middle East. Join the Marriott Executive Apartments team and help our guests adapt to a new locale and feel comfortable and cared for while living away from home.

In joining Marriott Executive Apartments, 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.