Engineering Manager

Job Description

Company Description Your Fairmont Journey Starts Here: Are you a someone with a passion for excellence and a flair for exceptional hospitality? Fairmont Udaipur Palace invites you to embark on an unforgettable journey of luxury and join our pre-opening team. Job Description Supervise, train, and mentor engineering staff, including mechanics, electricians, and technicians, ensuring high performance and technical competency. Assign daily tasks to the engineering team and ensure proper follow-up and task completion. Foster a collaborative working environment, promoting teamwork and continuous improvement within the department. Develop and implement preventive and corrective maintenance schedules for all hotel systems and facilities. Ensure that regular inspections are performed on equipment and hotel facilities to identify and resolve any potential issues before they impact operations. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and ensure compliance with operational standards. Support the development and implementation of energy conservation and sustainability initiatives to reduce operational costs and environmental impact. Monitor energy and water consumption, identifying opportunities for improving efficiency and reducing waste. Ensure that engineering activities align with the hotel's corporate social responsibility and environmental goals. Assist in managing the engineering department's budget, including tracking expenditures for maintenance, repairs, and capital projects. Oversee inventory control for spare parts, tools, and supplies, ensuring availability while minimizing excess stock. Collaborate with the purchasing team to procure materials and services as required for repairs and ongoing maintenance work. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in hotel engineering or facilities management, with at least 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role. Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage, motivate, and develop a team. Experience in energy management, sustainability initiatives, and cost control is preferred. Additional Information Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure. Knowledge of the local area and its attractions is a plus. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and property management systems.