Assistant Director of Engineering – Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay – 30 Pitt Street

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Job Number 19154110
Job Category Engineering and Facilities
Location Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay| 30 Pitt Street|
Sydney| New South Wales| Australia
Brand Marriott Hotels Resorts /JW Marriott
Schedule Full-time
Relocation? No
Position Type Management

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Marriott International portfolio of brands includes both JW Marriott and
Marriott Hotels.
Marriott Hotels | Marriott International’s flagship brand with more than
500 global locations| is advancing the art of hosting so that our guests can
travel brilliantly. As a host with Marriott Hotels| you will help keep this
promise by delivering premium choices| sophisticated style| and well-crafted
details. With your skills and imagination| together we will innovate and
reinvent the future of travel.

JW Marriott is part of Marriott International|s luxury portfolio and
consists of more than 80 beautiful properties in gateway cities and
distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come
first. Because if you’re happy| our guests will be happy. It’s as simple as
that. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other| where you’ll be
part of a community and enjoy a true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-
workers. JW creates opportunities for training| development| recognition and
most importantly| a place where you can really pursue your passions in a
luxury environment. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take
care of our associates. That’s The JW Treatment™.

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.

• Provides emergency response services 24/7.

• 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.

Conducting Human Resources Activities

• Helps train employees in safety procedures.

• Supports a departmental orientation program for employees to receive the
appropriate new hire training to successfully perform their job.

• Communicates performance expectations in accordance with job descriptions
for each position.

• Ensures disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to
Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Peer
Review Process.

• Assists as needed in the interviewing and hiring of employee team members
with the appropriate skills.

• Participates in the employee performance appraisal process| providing
feedback as needed.

• Uses all available on the job training tools for employees.

• Solicits employee feedback.

• Supervises staffing levels to ensure that guest service| operational needs
and financial objectives are met.

Only candidates with current unrestricted Australian working rights will be
considered.

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