Mandarin Oriental Mayfair is looking for a Director of Engineering to join our Engineering team.
Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional.
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences.
Mandarin Oriental Mayfair is situated on Hanover Square, Mayfair’s oldest square recently re-born, the hotel will provide a calming, discreet sanctuary for hotel guests, while delivering a contemporary and vibrant atmosphere in the public spaces.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As Director of Engineering, you will take full responsibility for all aspects related to the Engineering Department. Be pro-active, creative and results driven. To direct, coordinate and exercise functional authority for all maintenance functions of the Hotel and Residences.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To plan and to formulate the engineering program, organising staff according to project and maintenance requirements.
• Reviews preventive maintenance tasks and yearly work schedules for all equipment and that they are updated on a regular basis taking in to consideration revised regulations from Local Authorities, revised Corporate Standards as well as input from Operational Departments
• Takes leading role in establishing the objective for Engineer Department. To further coordinate the operational activity of all trades to ensure that these objectives are reached.
• Coordinates with A.C.E. in establishing duty rosters and vacation plans for the engineering department. Ensures that these plans are in accordance with the local regulations and the demand of the workload.
• Performs monthly inspections of the complete property and follows up on outstanding issues with the concerned contractors and technicians. The inspection shall also cover responsibilities of the other departments with the intention to ensure the overall quality standards of the hotel.
• Takes active part in the Emergency Response Team and is responsible for the follow up on operational as well as technical matters related to the Hotel Emergency Procedures.
• Works closely with the General Manager in ensuring sustainability projects are correctly in place.
• Assists in establishing utility budgets and target consumption. Implements the energy conservation program for the electricity, gas and water to ensure that the targets are reached.
• To ensure that maintenance functions are performed to the highest level of quality and productivity.
• To liaise with the Mayfair Residents as required ensuring that all their engineering needs are met as part of their Maintenance Contract.
  To be a successful candidate, you have substantial experience in luxury property or hotels, you possess excellent communication skills in all aspects and are quality driven with a passion for excellence.