A Duty Engineer oversees the operation and maintenance of technicalsystems in a facility. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, preventivemaintenance, and swift response to any mechanical or electrical issues. Responsiblefor the efficient day-to-day operations, maintenance and repair of alltechnical systems within the hotel. Ensures the continuous generation of heat,light, power, ventilation and air-conditioning, steam and water supply in theentire hotel and its premises. Works closely with the Director, Engineering tocarry out other responsibilities assigned to him in accordance with theestablished maintenance program and operation schedule to perform a smoothoperation of the Engineering Department.
Basic Function :
- Determine the root cause of technical issues and provide solutions toensure smooth operation of the facility
- Monitor and maintain all equipment and systems to ensure they areoperating efficiently and effectively
- Develop and implement preventative maintenance plans and schedules forall equipment and systems
- Manage and supervise a team of technicians and contractors to carry outmaintenance and repair work
- Coordinate with other departments to ensure compliance with health andsafety regulations and procedures
- Provide technical support and guidance to other departments andstakeholders
- Prepare reports and documentation on maintenance activities, equipmentperformance, and budget utilization
- Stay up-to-date with new technologies and industry trends to identifyopportunities for improvement and optimize processes and systems
Duties and Responsibilities :
Operational
Supervises employees in his section for attendance at work and qualityof job performance.Ensures the efficient, economical and sound operation of equipment underhis jurisdiction, i.e. Boiler, Chiller, Emergency Generators, Fire Pumps,Kitchen, Refrigeration, HVAC / Laundry and the auxiliaries of these,etc.Ensures immediate provision of services necessary to guests and otheroperating departments.Keep updates of daily events, especially on Banquets and Guestroomstatus, giving emphasis to VIP's.Coordinates daily with Housekeeping and Front Office for the readinessof the guest rooms.Ensures coordination with other operating departments in theimplementation of repair and maintenance schedule.Conducts daily briefings of his staff with emphasis on requirements ofspecial functions and events and preparation of rooms for VIP's.Performs daily rounds of inspection in the entire building, givingparticular attention to defective or deficient life safety features andobserves closely the condition of all operating facilities and equipment.Ensures the immediate replacement of busted lights.Ensures that all standby units are readily available for operation.Conducts daily briefings of his associates with special emphasis on theBasic of the Day and events of the day.Reports immediately to his superior all defects and deficiencies noticedduring inspection and commence the immediate rectification without delay.Ensures that there is no backlog in repair and maintenance activitiesscheduled within the day.Controls closely the daily consumption of utilities and immediate rectificationif abnormalities are encountered.Reports the completion of all projects and work assignments.Ensures cleanliness and sanitation at the workplace.Keeps himself updated on all projects or activity status within thedepartment.Follows up strictly work completion of previous shift.Liaises with the Duty Manager.Inspects finished jobs and ensures that the quality is highly acceptableto modern hotel standards.Ensures close supervision to staff especially in the implementation ofspecial jobs during evening and overnight shifts.Provides close supervision to staff especially during evening andovernight shifts.Maintains logbook of operations and activities with accurate time anddetails during his shifts.Allocates work effectively.Ensures daily inspection of all firefighting and safety equipment.Sees to it that all his associates attend to and execute all thecomplaints / calls and job requests from other departments pertaining to his areaof concern.Implements preventive maintenance programs, energy conservationprograms, safety programs, environmental and pollution control programs of thehotel.K eeps a close watch on spare parts / supplies required and advises theAssistant Chief Engineer beforehand to reorder in order to have at any time theexpected replacement parts / supplies at hand.Submits weekly accomplishment reports and monthly reports of the statusof all equipment.Observes all safety measures and work procedures in all works assignedto his trades and contractors.Ensures that all assigned works are completed according to schedule andpriority.Responds immediately to any emergency call and acts as a Fire FightingTeam Leader in the event of fire or other emergencies.Coordinates with other supervisors as far as materials requisition andstock level of spare parts are concerned.Responds and makes himself available for any call by his superiorsduring emergencies, troubles or calamities. Stays in the hotel as standby forceto aid in emergencies.Follows all other instructions, rules and regulations that may beissued.Performs any other work and related functions as may be assigned by theAssistant Chief Engineer and the Director of Engineering to accomplish a smoothoperation and maintenance of the hotel.Maintenance
Implements strictly the preventive maintenance of all equipment andmachineries including the auxiliaries within his jurisdiction according to thehotel standards and the manufacturer's recommendation.Maintains effectively water treatment of utilities within the prescribedparameters.Maintains ample amount of fuels, spare parts, materials and suppliesnecessary to carry out an efficient and effective day-to-day operation. Followsup deliveries.Keeps data and updates records of all operating equipment within thescope.Conducts technical skills training of the staff.Keeps himself updated on the new and advance technical developments.Ensures regular cleaning of boiler exhaust ducts, kitchen hoods, greasetraps, AHU's and other related equipment.Keeps himself updated and knowledgeable on the Mechanical, Electrical,Building and Fire Codes of the Philippines.Accountabilities :
E stablishes effective Preventive Maintenance System of all electrical andelectronics equipment through effective scheduling and strict compliance ofstandards in the implementation.Keep himself updated and knowledgeable on the Mechanical, Electrical,Fire, and Building Codes of the Philippines and other government regulations.Keeps himself updated on the new and advance technical developments. Life SafetySupervise closely and implement strictly all applicable rules of safetyon the workplace.Reports to the Director of Engineering any abnormal conditions noticedat any time with Life Safety-related equipment or installations.Ensures safety, orderliness and cleanliness in the workplace.Ensures daily inspection of firefighting and safety equipment.Implements strictly the monthly inspection report of all safety andfirefighting equipment and submits corresponding inspection reports andefficient record filing.Ensures the immediate rectification of deficient firefighting and safetyequipment without delay.Acts as a Fire Fighting Team Leader in the event of fire or otheremergencies.Employee Handling
Demonstrates good leadership skills and motivation of his subordinates.Organizes and demonstrates harmonious relationship of his team and othersections.Supervises the punctual attendance of work of all Engineering generalassociates.Allocates work accordingly.Administers duty rosters and work shifts.Provides supervision and training to key associates.Ensures staff compliance of the house rules especially on propergrooming, wearing of correct and complete uniform and wearing of name tags atall times.Demonstrates good leadership skills and motivation of subordinates.Participates actively in the creation of an efficient and professionalEngineering team.Orients the staff and actively promotes care and commitment to service,brotherhood, sense of belonging, flexibility, and the objectives of the hotel.Supervises strict adherence to safety rules by all general associates.Ensures high standard of job or work quality of all Engineering generalassociates with respect to their job knowledge and skills.Resolves effectively and immediately all problems referred.Occasional Duties
Attends Engineering operational meetings regularly.Submits reports on utilities monthly consumption and workaccomplishments weekly.Performs duties outside the scope of his position that may be assignedespecially in case of emergency, if so called upon.Ensures cleanliness and orderliness of the workplace and other areas ofresponsibility.Other
Performs other duties as assigned to meet the business needPhysical Requirements :
Duty engineer should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or arelated field.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role is required.Strong technical and analytical skills are required to evaluate andtroubleshoot technical problems.Excellent communication skills to coordinate with different teams andstakeholders.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple taskssimultaneously.Knowledge of industry regulations and standards related to the job is amust.Proficiency in using relevant software and tools to perform job duties.Availability to work on a flexible schedule, including weekends andholidays if required.J-18808-Ljbffr