Assistant Chief Engineer

Job description

Job Number 24041423
Job Category Engineering & Facilities
Location Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel, Hekelveld 17, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands VIEW ON MAP
Schedule Full-Time
Located Remotely? N
Relocation? N
Position Type Management

DISCOVER THIS WAY

Exploring the world doesn’t have to stop when the working day starts.

At Renaissance Hotels we know your passion for discovery is more than a hobby, it’s a career.

The Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel has the position of an Assistant Chief Engineer  available.

 

JOB SUMMARY

Assists department head in managing budget, capital expenditures, preventative maintenance and energy conservation. Accountable for maintaining the building and grounds with particular attention towards safety, security and asset protection. Assigns, tracks and follows up on status of work assigned to staff and contractors. Helps to increase guest and employee satisfaction through effective communications and training.

 

CANDIDATE PROFILE 

 

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing.

OR

• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics, or related major; 2 years experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing.

 

CORE WORK ACTIVIITES

 

Supporting management of Property Operations 

• Supervises distribution of repair work orders.

• Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.

• Assists in effectively planning, scheduling and evaluating preventative maintenance programs.

• Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees.

• Monitors timeliness and quality of completion of repair work orders.

• Supervises Engineering and related areas in absence of the Director of Engineering.

• Assists in managing the physical plant including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, electrical and life safety systems.

• Ensures that regular on-going communication occurs with employees in order to create awareness of business objectives, communicate expectations and recognize performance.

• Recommends or arranges for additional services such as painting, repair work, renovations, and the replacement of furnishings and equipment.

• Selects and order or purchase new equipment, supplies, and furnishings.

• Supervises the day to day operations of Engineering and related departments.

 

Maintaining Property Standards

• Inspect and evaluate the physical condition of facilities in order to determine the type of work required.

• Maintains accurate logs and records as required.

• Operates generators and fire pumps as necessary.

• Repairs equipment (e.g., refrigeration, laundry) as necessary.

• Ensures all employees have the proper supplies, equipment and uniforms.

 

Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service

• Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.

• Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.

• Sets a positive example for guest relations.

 

What do you get in return?

·  A professional and stimulating environment to work in.
·  Personal coaching to support you in your day-to-day job and development and training opportunities.
·  Career possibilities within Marriott International.
·  Special Associate Rate discount available for Marriott products worldwide.
·  A TakeCare program, which means you can participate in our fun workshops, trainings and charitable work, and much more!
·  A uniform which will be dry-cleaned by the hotel. 
·  An international and fun team. 
·  A collective health insurance which gives you discounts on several insurances. 
·  Career possibilities within Marriott International.
·  As part of our culture we celebrate recognition and organize many social activities, such as our Associates Appreciation Week, yearly Staff party and Team outing.

 

Transformation on the way…