Chief Engineering (M/F) | Tivoli Alvor Algarve Resort 1

What will be your mission?

As the CHIEF ENGINEERING (M/F), you will be responsible for the preventive and corrective maintenance of the hotel, for all legal inspections and administrative /management tasks related to installations. 
You will also manage the external maintenance companies and the maintenance department of the hotel. 

What will you do?

• Coordinate and supervise the preventive maintenance equipment and hotels facilities, according to company responsibilities. 
• Arrange for routine maintenance in hotel rooms, lobbies and facilities, ensuring safety management is appropriately instituted to reduce the risk of accident or incident. 
• Frequently organize hotel inspections to ensure infrastructure and grounds reach expected conditions.  
• Manage contracts with maintenance external providers, and supervise the quality of the service provided.  
• Build and maintain positive relations with external stakeholders such as, fire prevention bureau and vendors. 
• Elaborate project plans and proposals, evaluating budget, timing, team, information and standards.  
• Control and follow up of energy consumptions and maintenance costs e.g. water and electricity.  
• Study and implement ways to reduce hotel operating costs and conserve energy. 
• Ensure that guest incidents and issues are attended in a timely and appropriate manner. 
• Coordinate department objectives and activities with the rest of head of departments, exchanging knowledge and information about each area.  
• Responsible of managing and coordinating the maintenance team, ensuring correct and collaborative teamwork. 

What are we looking for?

• At least 3-4 years’ maintenance experience preferably in a hotel/service industry of similar size and complexity. 
• Bachelor´s degree (engineering, electrical and electronics, HVAC, industrial maintenance and related fields). 
• Fluency in local language is mandatory and knowledge of English is highly valuable. 
• Knowledge in HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning), electric and electronic systems. 
• Working knowledge of various computer software programs (Microsoft Office).  SAP, GMAO/CMMS (computerized maintenance management software), BMS (Building management system), etc. 
• Results driven and focus on detail. 
• Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently. 
• Outstanding organizational and leadership skills.  
• Ability to work under pressure. 
• Ability to work on your own and as part of a team.  

Why choose us?

At Minor Hotels Europe & Americas we are committed to shaping exciting careers worldwide and cross-cultural experiences. Our journey is fuelled by the passion and dedication of our incredible teams, who also enjoy inspiring and exclusive benefits such as:

• Worldwide experience – diversity of 150 different nationalities.
• Career development opportunities full of national and international challenges. 
• Wide range of training programmes to enhance your skills. 
• Wellbeing initiatives, including flexible working conditions.
• Team member recognition programmes, including Memorable Dates.
• Ability to make a difference through our sustainability programme and volunteering initiatives.
• Team member rates and promotions, offering discounted rates in our hotels around the world and exclusive benefits through our corporate loyalty programme.
• Additional day to celebrate your anniversary.
• Health care and curative medicine.
• Free access to the cafeteria.
• Participation in several internal actions and in social and environmental responsibility projects.
• Credits awarded based on years of service to convert stays or meals at Minor, National and International Group hotels, resorts and restaurants.
• Free uniform and access to laundry room for uniform cleaning.
• Health insurance (after six months in the company).