Sarova Hotels, Resorts & Game Lodges is not only one of the largest chains of hotels and lodges in Kenya and East Africa, it is also one of the most innovative, offering guests diverse experiences that are simply unforgettable. Sarova Hotels, Resorts & Game Lodges currently has over a thousand rooms across ten hotels in East Africa, with a staff c…
- You will be responsible for the effective management of all engineering and maintenance operations within the hotel. As a Head of Department, you will also play a pivotal role in the development of the engineering team and staying abreast of compliance regulations and procedures in the field of Engineering, as required for hotel standards.
Responsibilities
- Property maintenance and assisting with capital projects
- Lead the team in the day-to-day engineering and maintenance operations
- Liaise with rooms division to coordinate and prioritize maintenance activities for guest rooms and public areas
- Implement health and safety measures for guests and employees, as well as the proper conditions for plants, machinery and property
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to waste management, energy conservation and sustainability initiatives
- Oversee budgets and expenses related to equipment and facility maintenance
- Recommend new equipment and technology to improve hotel efficiency and guest satisfaction
- Maintain proper documentation relating to all plant and equipment
- Ensure that all fire and engineering safety features are functioning at peak efficiency
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
- 3 years’ experience in a similar position in a 4- or 5-star hotel
- Knowledge of VRV/Split AC, Kitchen and laundry equipment, boilers and building maintenance.
- Experience in energy saving initiatives
- Proficient in MS Office
- Excellent organization and communication skills
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering and knowledge of
- Refrigeration and Air conditioning.
