Chief Engineer

Our guests’ safety and comfort always come first. Which is why we’re seeking out a master multi-tasker with the repair skills needed to keep our hotels looking and feeling their very best. Our new Chief Engineer will lead and coach a small but talented engineering team to stay one step ahead of our everyday maintenance needs.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:

 

Directing daily engineering needs to ensure the right team is always on the right task

Creating a safe, secure and comfortable environment for our guests to enjoy

Maintaining and ordering parts and supplies whilst minimizing waste and meeting our green initiatives

Being flexible to react to ad-hoc duties where we have to unexpectedly pull together to get a task completed

Building strong relationships with outside contacts including guests, regulatory agencies, others as needed 

 

What We need from you:

 

Some college or advanced vocational training 

Four years’ experience in general building maintenance and/or construction or equivalent combination of education and experience 

Specialized expertise in plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and carpentry fields

Level 3 EPA Certification, HVAC and refrigeration certificate, licensed plumber and/or journeyman status for electrician and carpenter may be required 

Hotel experience preferred 

Professional certification and license 

 

Key Shared Accountabilities

Guest Love

Quality

GOP

 

Key Interfaces

Housekeeping

Risk (FLS & Security)

Finance 

Human Resources

Hotel Information Technology

 

Decision Rights

Complies with IHG Operations manual and good engineering practice

Engineering Administration

Engineering Operation

Engineering Preventative Maintenance Programme

Equipment Operation (As per O&M manual)

Engineering Policy & Procedure

Engineering & Sustainability Training

IHG Green Engage Programme

 

Education Attainment

 

•Bachelors Degree or Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering and/or certification in Facilities Management.

Minimum of 5 years' experience

Out of which 2 years as Duty Engineer / Engineering Supervisor Or 1 years as Engineering Manager

Hotel Engineering Day to day operations

Awareness of engineering budget forecast

Pre-opening experience is recommended

Awareness of renovation & replacement

Hands-on experience on sustainability practices

Awareness of local Authority approvals

Vendor & Team management skills

 

What you can expect from us:

 

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business. 

 

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. 

 

IHG gives every member of the team  the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing

 framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.  

So, whoever you are, whatever you love doing, bring your passion to IHG® and at IHG we’ll make sure you’ll have room to be yourself. Find out more about joining us today by going to careers.ihg.com