Chief Engineer

Marriott International is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Engineer to join our team at the Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and maintaining the hotel and spa facility, including the physical building structure, all plant and FF&E, and related equipment in accordance with energy conservation and preventative maintenance programs.

• Manage the day-to-day activities of the Engineering team to ensure smooth operation of hotel & Spa
• Assist to prepare all Capital Project Releases and co-ordinate all related work
• Prepare technical data, bidding, project work, alterations for the property, having knowledge of building regulations and codes
• Project documentation, project briefs
• Risk and issues management, quality checks
• Project planning, resource allocation and monitoring, budget management
• Project communication, project board meetings and communication plans
• Prepare, update and implement Standard Operating Procedures within the department
• Prepare department manpower schedules in accordance with the business demands of the hotel. Oversee daily and weekly rosters
• Design, maintain and ensure the planned preventative maintenance programme for the building, plant and equipment is operational to maintain a high level of guest comfort and safety
• Key relationship and communication with major stakeholders
• Ensure work schedules are prioritized in accordance with guest needs
• Ensure that CAFM system is fully utilized by the team and hotel departments
• Ensure supervision and control of line staff and contractors are effective to ensure optimum performance, efficient and safe working procedures, meeting all legislative standards
• Responsible for reviewing, revising, updating and implementing Security and Safety procedures
• Conduct regular Fire Safety inspections within the buildings, liaising with the Fire Department as necessary; ensuring fire doors / corridors are effective and safe
• Implement and actively supervise the hotel's energy management programme
• Oversee water treatment accordance with L8 Compliance

• HND/HNC Engineering or Electrical
• Professional qualification in Engineering or Electrical vocation
• Prince 2 project management
• Pool plant operators course
• NEBOSH certificate level
• Five to seven years in a major hotel, hospital, or building, in a managerial / supervisory capacity
• Experience of managing people and the provision of both hard and soft facility services to a client
• Qualification in a facilities/technical based discipline and experience of sub-contractor supervision is an advantage
• Have a technical background in engineering possessing good knowledge of mechanical and electrical equipment
• Must have thorough knowledge of plumbing and electrical systems, power, water and gas supplies
• Be fully conversant with Microsoft Office particularly Excel and Outlook
• Good understanding of Health & Safety and Compliance
• Must be flexible in assisting other managers/supervisors as required
• Have an excellent understanding of fire safety and be familiar with legislative requirements

Marriott International offers a range of benefits, including bonus, private medical insurance, ONE SPA Membership, complimentary car park space and dental benefit as well as a range of other discounts and benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture.