Engineering Manager at Hilton Worldwide

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.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Engineering Manager

Job Ref.: HOT0C4PY
Location: Abuja (FCT)

Job Description

• As a Engineering Manager, you will support the chief engineer to manage all engineering operations including building, plants, heating and cooling system (HVAC), plumbing, water treatment, boilers systems, etc.
• Manage effective performance of Engineering team in line with the department objectives and key performance indicators.

Responsibilities
What will I be doing?

• As Engineering Manager, you support the Chief Engineer for the effective management of all engineering and maintenance operations within the hotel, including energy conservation.
• You are also responsible for the development of the Engineering Team and staying abreast of compliance regulations and procedures in the field of Engineering, as required for hotel standards.

Specifically, an Engineering manager will support the chief engineer to perform the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Lead the Engineering Team in the day-to-day engineering and maintenance operations of the hotel, including service standards, equipment schedules, and work schedules
• Communicate with Housekeeping to coordinate and prioritize maintenance activities for Guest rooms and public areas
• Develop systems and procedures to ensure the health and safety of Guests and Team Members, as well as the proper conditions for plants, machinery, and property
• Communicate with Government agencies to ensure full compliance with statutory regulations
• Prepare Capital and Repairs and Maintenance budgets for Engineering
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance plan.
• Supervise, develops and maintains an ongoing maintenance operation for hotel, including refrigeration, heating, plumbing, water treatment, preventive maintenance, hotel rooms, air/heating units, ice machines, swimming pools, lighting, kitchen equipment, emergency generators, water softeners, switch rooms, roof exhausts, electrical substations, etc.
• Conduct lift emergency release procedures as required
• 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
• Identify and introduce environmentally-friendly systems and equipment
• Monitor Key Performance Indicators for the Engineering Department and take corrective action, as required, to improve equipment inventory, quality audit, productivity, and other objectives
• Manage all Team Member related activities, including recruitment, performance management, training, career planning, disciplinary matters, and team motivation.
• Maintain the physical appearance and operational efficiency of the hotel including physical, mechanical, electrical, plumbing etc.

What are we looking for?
An Engineering Manager serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

• Advanced knowledge of building management/engineering
• A Master's Degree in Engineering or similar
• Exposure to budgeting and basic accounting
• Positive attitude
• Good communication skills
• Committed to delivering a high level of customer service
• Strong leadership skills and previous experience of managing a team
• 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 of facilities management
• Proficient, at an advanced level, with computers and relevant computer programs

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• Diploma CFPA Europe Fire Safety
• Certified Engineering Operation Executive (CEOE)
• Master Certificate in Applied Project Management
• Certificate in Advance Strategic Project Management Practices

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online