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Nestled at the base of Blackcomb Mountain, just two hours north of Downtown Vancouver, Fairmont Chateau Whistler defines mountain luxury. Offering ski-in, ski-out convenience in the winter, and an on-site championship golf course in the summer, we are Canada’s year-round outdoor adventure destination. Additionally, we are Whistler's largest conference resort hotel, offering 5 unique dining outlets, a slope-side Health Club, and 519 guestrooms and suites.

Job Description

Director of Engineering

Fairmont Chateau Whistler is looking for a dynamic leader who can support the maintenance team and drive the long term capital & strategic planning for the resort. Proven ability to build working relationships, results oriented, and natural problem solver are a few of the traits most suited to this position.

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.

Salary Range : $130,000 - $145,000 per annum (+ Executive Incentive Program + Comprehensive Benefits Package), dependent on qualifications and experience

Job Duties Include

• Reporting to the Director of Operations, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following :
• Administering the Maintenance Department towards the attainment of hotel and department goals
• Coordinating the Preventive Maintenance Program for guest rooms, public areas, and safety systems; working closely with the Rooms, Food & Beverage and other departments to ensure the resort is in pristine condition.
• Must be able to take care of the Boiler Plant and its necessary requirements
• 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.
• Ensuring prompt and / or immediate response to maintenance requests from our guests, employees, and management of the Hotel.
• Recruiting, scheduling, payroll, performance appraisals and reviews, training and development of all maintenance staff
• Contribution to hotel capital planning
• Coordination and completion for all audits related to engineering and risk management including the annual COR audit.
• Responsible for departmental health, safety, and WHMIS training programs, and thorough WCB compliance; and a key member of the Hotel's emergency response team.
• The coordination and management of outside contractors for items such as elevators, refrigeration, waste disposal, etc.; sourcing of appropriate suppliers, preparation of purchase orders, facilitation of supplier negotiations.
• Ensures hotel compliance with all municipal, provincial, federal and Municipal regulations relating to operational functions, fire and safety programs.
• Actively participates in the Hotel's Energy Management, Occupational Health & Safety, and Environmental programs.
• Lead and support a diverse team in the operations and maintenance of the hotel including general maintenance, HVAC, kitchen repairs, carpentry, electrical, ROMA and plumbing.
• Hosting monthly departmental and communication meetings
• Managing ACCORs Energy / Sustainability Programs

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Additional Information

Visa Requirements : To progress with your application, you must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

APPLY TODAY : Whether you're just launching your career or looking for a new adventure, we invite you to visit www.Whister-Jobs.ca to learn more about Fairmont Chateau Whistler and the extraordinary opportunities that exist within our resort!

We encourage you to let us know if you require any accommodations through the application or recruitment process, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence : CWR.Careers@fairmont.com.

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