Assistant Chief Engineer – Hilton Addis Ababa
Engineering, Hotel and Hospitality, Maintenance
Hilton Addis Ababa
Hilton Addis Ababa is the preferred venue for meetings and exhibitions; with years of experience and outside catering options, our specialists have the skill to make your event a success.
Relax in our urban retreat, popular with the trendy and famous. Escape the noise of the city and unwind with leisure facilities including geothermal swimming pool, tennis court, putting green and private park. Discover the culture and history of Addis Ababa, a vibrantly alive landscape of dramatic beauty.
Job Summary
As an Assistant Chief Engineer, you are responsible for all maintenance issues within the hotel, daily maintenance checks, and repairing mechanical equipment to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. An Assistant Chief Engineer will also be required to coordinate renovation projects and develop emergency programs.
Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
- Responsible for maintenance issues within the hotel
- Perform daily checks around the hotel,
- Conduct lift emergency release procedures as required,
- Diagnose, maintain, and repair mechanical equipment within the hotel,
- Ensure good relationships are built with internal and external customers,
- Maintenance of all hotel fixtures and fittings to ensure they are in safe condition and take action when any unsafe situations arise,
- Develop, implement, and direct all emergency programs,
- Develop, implement and manage energy conservation programs for the property to minimize expenses,
- Coordinate renovation bidding, define the cost and scope of the project, and oversee the general contractor and subcontractors to ensure quality work is performed cost effectively,
- Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned,
- Ensure monthly safety inspections take place and employees are trained accordingly,
- BSC Degree in Electrical Engineering
- A Minimum of Five years hands-on experience in the area
- Advanced knowledge of building management/engineering
- Positive attitude
- Good communication skills
- Committed to delivering a high level of customer service
- Excellent grooming standards
- Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work on their own
- Previous experience in a management role
Negotiable