I am an impeccable, progressive, and strategic professional having extensive experience in engineering department within hotel industry. In-depth knowledge of various engineering principles/techniques, building regulations, and Starwood EAME minimum standards. Proven record of accomplishment in the major renovation of 35-year-old building.
My key skills include Hospitality Management | Project Coordination | Training & Development | Risk Assessment | Regulatory Compliance | Schedule Development | Resource Allocation | Construction Operations | Budget Administration | Team Leadership | Relationship Building | Complex Problem Resolution
My professional background and great industrial exposure coupled with an excellent track record makes me an ideal candidate for executive roles. As such I would welcome a discussion regarding opportunities with your organization that fit my background.
Take charge of an entire engineering department, leading a team as they complete various projects. Work alongside other engineers and technicians, approve designs, calculate costs, negotiate contracts, and execute plans safely.
Supervised the completion of all engineering projects, reviewed, and approved project designs and budgets.
Analysed and calculated the material and labour costs for various projects and conducted staff meetings and training sessions for staff.
Communicated professionally the project objectives and delegating tasks to the team members and oversaw equipment installation processes.
Carried out construction in different societies and completed projects within a specified timeframe.
Planned and organised regular walkabouts, utilised a large breadth of expertise for visually assessing the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the physical structure of the hotel and spa and maintained all mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems and any other related equipment for the proper working. Supported staff in the recruitment, training, and disciplining of all staff in the engineering department. Validated the completion of all routine maintenance on public spaces, meeting rooms, ballrooms, outlets, back of the house spaces, and external areas. Completed all tasks by following corporate purchasing/company procedures, health & safety policies, and prescribed safety practices for personnel, contractors and equipment at all times. Entered and updated information through computer, produced required reports, and saved necessary data to generate monthly reports, such as fire report, energy summary, HLP report and water treatment report for divisional engineer. Participated in the daily operations meeting to discuss various issues also offered expert advice on engineering, project, security and safety related matters. Completed annual ASI survey and Six Sigma training and participated in quality initiatives for evaluating organisational performance systems, procedures, and processes. Administered annual R&M budget, utilities budget, and capital budget and oversaw operations to assure costs kept within allocated budget. Carried out regular fire safety inspections within the buildings and provided fire department communications, while assuring fire doors / corridors effective, safe, and proper precautions must be in place to avoid fires. Managed key systems within the hotel and spa with the support of information systems manager, maintained and issuing keys and ensured all electronic lock systems must be fully functional.
Maintained effective energy management and preventive maintenance programmes for conducting regular and routine maintenance on equipment/assets to keep in good condition and avoid failure and unplanned downtime.
Arranged special training for other operating departments by organising effective sessions to enhance their knowledge regarding the safe and efficient use of equipment and energy in the hotel.
Delivered detailed report to general manager and senior managers regularly regarding the overall condition of the building structure(s), related systems, and equipment offering prudent, cost effective proposals for sustaining systems and streamlining all functions.
Assured daily team meeting chaired by chief engineer or by assistant chief engineer and daily data/work orders collected and completed on time, also provided report of issues as they arise.
Sustained and promoted Hotel’s environmental policies to protect environment, in addition to overseeing water treatment programmes.
Facilitated Excom and departmental, quarterly staff, ASI feedback, and safety committee staff in accomplishing multiple operations.
Steered day-to-day activities of the engineering team with the assistance of Assistant C/E to meet daily targets.
Formulated, updated and implemented the rosters, standard operating procedures, training matrix, and department work force schedules in accordance with the business demands of the hotel.
Monitored the hotel’s energy management programme to asses’ energy conservation measures, monitor consumption trends, and track energy savings.
Checked and kept all tools, equipment and working areas in good condition. Maintained technical training knowledge and skills up to date by attending professional events and setting yourself new targets.
Attended maintenance calls and replied professionally also applied the preventative maintenance schedule for maintaining all equipment and designated areas.
Facilitated the implementation of energy conservation programmes to provide financial support to introduce and promote new and renewable energy technologies.
Recommended suggestions for making improvements in maintenance system and savings energy.