Assistant Manager, Engineering, One & Only One Za''abeel

Assistant Manager, Engineering, One & Only One Za'abeel 
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At One&Only, we exist to create joy for our guests through anticipation, creativity, precision, empathy and warmth. We tailor every aspect of our guests’ stay to bring their dreams and desires to life. With an atmosphere that’s chic but wonderfully unstuffy™, and a team who are meticulous but warm, we seek to exceed our guests’ expectations at every possible turn. 

Behold the dawn of a new, all-encompassing resort experience in Dubai – One&Only One Za’abeel. A vibrant hub for business, a magnetic stage for entertainment, and a haven for inner-city wellness, this new Dubai resort will be more than a trailblazing icon of the skyline, and it will be an utterly unrivalled urban oasis. With abundant knowledge and generosity, we anticipate our guest’s every need and surpass expectations. Whether we are designing the perfect family day out or arranging a romantic private dinner, we approach everything with imagination to spark a sense of playfulness, discovery and adventure. This is not simply our job, it’s our passion.

About The Role 

To lead the engineering and maintenance operations of the hotel along with the DOE in order to ensure a high standard of building, machinery, plant, furniture, fixture, and equipment in all the departments. Achieve total guest satisfaction and organizational profitability through effective utilization of all resources.

Managerial Responsibilities

• Implement systems and procedures that ensure the safety of guests, employees, plants, machinery, and property including compliance.
• Staffing and scheduling of the department and allocation of duties.
• Develop systems and procedures that achieve higher cost efficiency and guest satisfaction.
• Facilitate learning and development for all the team members of the department.
• Performance Appraisal/ Management of the staff in the department.

Operational Responsibilities 

• Fully responsible of handling the team of PVMP in guest rooms & colleague’s accommodations, construction / refurbishment projects, fabrication projects and swimming pools operation in the hotel.
• Need to work closely with section leader & team leader to ensure all the preventive maintenance schedules are complete on time and upkeep the records to the system logs.
• Implement the preventive maintenance plan and upkeep of all the engineering services.
• Implement upgradation and replacement program for engineering systems and equipment.
• Execute energy conservation programs to monitor HLP consumption on a daily basis.
• Ensure that all the engineering & maintenance activities/systems adhere to the standards/efficiency/productivity levels that have been set for the unit.
• Recommend changes in processes, materials, and equipment, in order to enhance service levels and improve operational efficiency.
• Responsible for maintaining the physical plant and monitoring the operating efficiency of the plant.
• Maintain the fire safety system through regular inspection of fire alarm and sprinkler system.
• Co-ordinate with Housekeeping, Front Office, and other departments on preventive maintenance of rooms and other repair work.
• Maintain the complaint management & maintenance request system and ensure timely response to all the complaints and maintenance requests.
• Ensure timely receiving of material & spares as per the standardized specifications.
• Ensure that the government regulations for boilers, electrical installation and environment are strictly followed.
• Keep informed of industry innovations and advances in technical and property management fields.
• Analyze survey reports, maps, and data to plan projects.
• Understand diagrams, drafts, flow-charts, and other Information and documentation.
• Drafting & annotation in AutoCAD program.
• Perform or oversee, surveying operations to establish reference points, grades, and elevations to guide construction.
• Test Building materials, such as concrete, asphalt, or steel, for use in particular Projects.
• Perform or oversee soil testing to determine the adequacy and strength of foundations.
• Experience with reinforced concrete and steel design.
• Manage and monitor each Stage of project.
• Experience with on-site construction observation and management.
• Develop designs, layouts, and design calculations.
• Develop project scope and timeline.
• Ensure job sites meet legal guidelines, and health and safety requirements.
• Assess environmental impact and risks.
• Prepare conclusion and analysis reports.

About You 

• Minimum 3 – 5 years’ experience in a similar role in a luxury hotel.
• Must Hold Degree/Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• International experience preferred.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Willing to work flexible hours.

Our brand is expanding faster than ever before. We are investing in the growth of our company, and that means we are committed to investing in you. Join a team that is open-hearted, intuitive, generous, and spontaneous in spirit. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.