Assistant Chief Engineer

Location: Hilton Queenstown Hotel & Resorts, Kawarau Village 79 Peninsula Rd, Queenstown 9300.

Job Overview

An Assistant Chief Engineer is responsible for all maintenance issues within the hotel to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience while performing daily checks, repairing equipment, and coordinating renovation projects.

• 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.
• Maintain 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.
• Responsible for the health and safety of the hotel.
• Ensure monthly safety inspections take place and employees are trained accordingly.

• Certification in your specialised area of skill.
• Experience managing a team.
• 5 years experience in all areas of Maintenance in a five star environment, or equivalent in construction industry.
• All round Maintenance ability.
• Leadership and management experience.

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision "to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality" unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans

Full-time

Hilton Hotels & Resorts

Engineering, Maintenance and Facilities