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Chief Engineer

Chief Engineer

St. Giles Wembley Penang ( Salient Glory City S / B)George Town, Penang, Malaysia
1 day ago
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Qualifications

  • Technical certifications or trade licenses (e.g., HVAC, plumbing, electrical) are highly desirable and sometimes required depending on local regulations.
  • Experience : Minimum of 5‑10 years of progressive experience in engineering or maintenance, with a significant portion in a supervisory or management role.
  • Prior experience in a hotel, hospitality setting is essential.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

  • HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) : Operation, maintenance, and repair of chillers, boilers, cooling towers, and related equipment.
  • Electrical : High and low voltage systems, switchgear, generators, lighting, and emergency power.
  • Plumbing : Water distribution, sewage systems, pumps, and hot water production (boilers / heaters).
  • Fire & Life Safety : Thorough understanding of fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems, emergency procedures, and local codes.
  • Building Automation Systems (BMS) : Proficiency in operating and managing computerized control systems for energy management.
  • Preventive Maintenance : Ability to design, implement, and manage a robust Preventive Maintenance (PM) program for all mechanical, electrical, and structural assets.
  • Capital Projects : Experience in planning, budgeting, and overseeing major renovation, replacement, or construction projects (CapEx).
  • Budget Management : Proven ability to develop, manage, and adhere to departmental operating and capital budgets.
  • Leadership and Management

  • Team Leadership : Ability to hire, train, mentor, schedule, and lead an engineering and maintenance team, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency.
  • Vendor Management : Skill in selecting, negotiating contracts with, and managing external contractors and service providers.
  • Safety & Compliance : Strict adherence to all federal, state, and local health, safety, and building codes.
  • Emergency Response : Able to handle all facility emergencies (e.g., power outages, floods, equipment failures) and coordinate swift, effective recovery efforts.
  • Interpersonal and Communication Skills

  • Communication : Verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with department heads, staff, and guests.
  • Guest Focus : A strong commitment to supporting guest comfort and resolving maintenance‑related issues promptly and professionally.
  • Problem‑Solving : Strong analytical and decision‑making skills to troubleshoot complex engineering issues under pressure.
  • Documentation : Meticulous record‑keeping for maintenance logs, equipment warranties, blueprints, and compliance documentation.
  • In summary, the ideal Chief Engineer is a highly organized, technically skilled leader with a deep commitment to maintaining a safe, energy‑efficient, and aesthetically pleasing environment in a demanding 24 / 7 operation.

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