Assistant Director of Engineering

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Assistant Director Engineering to join our Engineering leadership team.

Reporting to the Director of Engineering the Assistant Director Engineering will support the strategic and day-to-day leadership of the Engineering & Maintenance Department. This role is responsible for assisting with the planning coordination execution and continuous improvement of maintenance operations across the hotel including guest rooms public areas food and beverage outlets kitchens meeting spaces spa pools back-of-house areas mechanical rooms plant operations and critical building systems.

The successful candidate must bring strong hospitality engineering experience proven management capability and advanced technical understanding of MEP systems including mechanical electrical plumbing HVAC refrigeration boilers heating systems domestic hot water fire/life safety controls and building automation systems.

This is a hands-on leadership role for a technically strong service-driven leader who can manage people systems contractors budgets audits emergencies and competing priorities in a 24/7 luxury hotel environment.

Competitive Salary: $107000-$110000 gross annually based on previous experience & education

Job Duties Include:

• Support the Director of Engineering in the strategic and day-to-day leadership of the Engineering & Maintenance Department providing operational leadership in their absence while ensuring the safe reliable and efficient operation of a 24/7 luxury resort.
• Lead coach schedule and develop a diverse team of skilled trades and maintenance professionals overseeing daily operations responding to guest and operational maintenance requests and fostering a culture of safety accountability and exceptional service.
• Oversee comprehensive preventive maintenance programs and provide technical leadership for all major building systems including HVAC refrigeration boilers plumbing electrical distribution fire/life safety building automation and other critical mechanical infrastructure to maximize system reliability and minimize downtime.
• Manage capital projects renovations asset lifecycle planning contractor performance purchasing inventory and departmental budgets while driving cost-effective maintenance practices energy conservation initiatives and long-term infrastructure improvements.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable health safety environmental fire building code and brand standards by leading audits maintaining engineering documentation supporting regulatory inspections and promoting best practices in risk management and workplace safety.
• Partner closely with operational departments across the hotel to deliver exceptional guest experiences respond to emergency situations and critical system failures support business continuity and continuously improve maintenance processes operational performance and colleague engagement.

Qualifications :

Your Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum 7 years of progressive Engineering Facilities Maintenance or Building Operations experience.
• Minimum 35 years of Engineering leadership or management experience in a hotel resort luxury hospitality or large complex property environment.
• Hospitality Engineering experience is required. Luxury hotel resort heritage property or large full-service hotel experience is strongly preferred.
• Engineering degree diploma or certification in Mechanical Electrical Building Systems Facilities Management or a related technical field is preferred.
• Valid Journeyperson / Red Seal trade certification in a relevant trade such as Electrical Plumbing HVAC/Refrigeration Millwright or related discipline will be considered.
• Power Engineering certification is a strong asset; ability to understand and support boiler plant operations is required.
• Strong technical understanding of MEP systems including HVAC refrigeration electrical plumbing boilers heating systems pumps motors domestic hot water controls BMS/BAS fire/life safety and building infrastructure.
• Proven ability to lead planning scheduling coordination preventive maintenance project execution contractor management and operational follow-up.
• Experience managing Engineering budgets capital projects purchasing inventory service contracts and cost-control initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of safety requirements building codes fire/life safety standards WHMIS OH&S practices and regulatory compliance.
• Experience working in a unionized environment is a strong asset.
• Strong leadership communication coaching conflict resolution and decision-making skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose complex operational issues and coordinate effective solutions.
• Computer literacy required including Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance management systems.
• Experience with CMMS BMS/BAS energy management systems work order platforms purchasing systems and hotel operating systems is an asset.
• Highly organized accountable detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities without losing follow-through.
• Must be safety-conscious and committed to maintaining a safe work environment for guests colleagues contractors and visitors.
• Must demonstrate professional presence sound judgment and a guest-first approach.

Additional Information :

Job Perks & Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health Orthodontics Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation for full time permanent status employees
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employees
• Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide
• Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program exclusive room rates for colleagues which includes 50% off all food & beverage when staying at Fairmont Resorts in Lake Louise Jasper & Whistler
• Discounts while using our resorts Food & Beverage Outlets Fitness Centre Spa and Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Courses
• Subsidized staff accommodation provided on-site for full time status employees for 3 months off-site accommodation is available for you to rent downtown based on availability
• One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $8/meal)

Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

APPLY TODAY: Whether youre just launching your career or looking for a new adventure we invite you to visit to learn more about Fairmont Banff Springs and the extraordinary opportunities that exist within our resort!

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

Experience: years
Vacancy: 1