Raffles Hotel Singapore - Facilities Technician - Carpenter

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Company Description
Job Description
The position is responsible for daily engineering sections to support the hotel operations.
Primary Responsibilities

Daily Engineering Operations

• To cut, fabricate and install wooden and other structures according to specifications.
• Reads blueprints, drawings and sketches to fully grasp requirement.
• Takes measurements and calculate the size and amount of material needed.
• Cut, shape and smooth lumber and other materials (e.g. fiberglass) according to measurements.
• Builds window frames, doors, staircases and frame buildings by using raw materials or pre-constructed items.
• Lays out floorings, roofing or drywalls ensuring they are leveled and compatible.
• Carves and assembles furniture, cabinets, shelves and other items and install them where designated.
• Builds scaffolding and other construction structures.
• Rectifies equipment and facilities breakdown as required.
• Responds to requests relating to carpentry issues from hotel patrons in a timely and efficient manner.
• Replaces faulty components / parts as required.

Preventive Maintenance

• Rectifies / Repairs damaged furniture to the highest quality level and in a timely manner.
• Rectifies / Repairs defective building surfaces to the highest quality level and in a timely manner.

Involvement In Wider Job Function Actions / Relationships

• Upholds Accor Values of Guest Passion, Sustainable Performance, Spirit of Conquest, Innovation, Trust and Respect, in the execution of all duties and responsibilities.
• Participates and supports sustainability in Corporate initiatives and programmes such as Planet 21 – Corporate Social Responsibility, Diversity and Inclusion, Women at Accor Generation, etc.
• Performs any other duties and responsibilities that may be assigned.

Candidate Profile

Knowledge and Experience

• Proven experience as carpenter
• Hands-on experience in working with carpentry materials
• Excellent understanding of carpentry techniques and methods of installation and construction
• Proficient in using electrical and manual equipment and measurement tools (powered saws, hammers, rulers etc.)
• Ability to read technical documents and drawings
• Willingness to follow safety guidelines at all times
• Good knowledge of English
• Good understanding of basic math
• Good physical condition and endurance
• Related or relevant carpentry training/certification preferred.

Competencies

• Detailed Engineering knowledge.
• Planning ahead.
• Great communicator.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of colleagues.
• Service oriented professionalism.
• Ability to contribute in a team environment.
• Multicultural awareness to work with colleagues from diverse cultures.
• Responsive to change within the team.
• Sense of urgency and able to set priorities.

Additional Information

Benefits of Joining Raffles Hotel Singapore

• 5-day Work Week.
• Duty Meals are provided.
• Colleagues’ Discount and/or Preferential Room Rates at worldwide Accor Hotels.
• Flexible Benefit – Dental/Optical/Vacation Expenses/Children’s Education.
• Medical and Wellness Benefit.
• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage.
• Local/Overseas Career Development & Growth Opportunities.
• Holistic Learning and Development Opportunities.

Please refer the Job description for details