Director of Engineering

Job Description

Apply your exceptional standards as Director of Engineering, where you will implement and oversee our preventative maintenance programs in support of a safe and welcoming hotel for all colleagues, guests, and visitors.

Team leadership and effective delegation skills will be key to success in this role. Working in a dynamic and ever challenging environment, the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise is looking for a leader who can support the maintenance and grounds teams and meet the needs of a historic property.

Proven ability to build working relationships, results oriented, and natural problem solver are a few of the traits most suited to this position.

Reporting to the Director of Operations, this position is responsible for assisting in :

• Administering the Maintenance Department towards the attainment of hotel and department goals
• Application of Company and department standards and attention to detail
• Coordinating the Preventive Maintenance Program for guest rooms, public areas, and safety systems; working closely with the Rooms Division, Food & Beverage Departments, and other departments
• Preparing and controlling the annual maintenance budget and Capital Plan
• Monitoring the Hotel's Energy Management system supervising and directing maintenance staff in the operation and maintenance of the mechanical and physical plant
• and much more

Qualifications :

• Team player and team builder
• Minimum of 10 years' supervisory / leadership / project management experience, preferably in the hospitality sector
• Engineering degree / diploma and / or valid trade qualifications required (Journey Electrical or Plumbing) with management experience
• Class 4 Power Engineering, FMA / CFM or RPA & PMP Designations will be an asset

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