Director of Engineering, The Savoy - London

Director of Engineering, The Savoy - London
Company Description
The Savoy, a Fairmont Managed Hotel, is one of the world's most iconic hotels. A renowned leader in the hospitality industry, The Savoy has a reputation for outstanding service and excellence. Originally built in 1889, the hotel has a rich history and has played host to royalty, world leaders, and legends of the stage and screen. Today, colleagues pride themselves on being innovative and inspirational, delivering the very best in five-star luxury. Passionate about developing and promoting talent, The Savoy offers unwavering support and recognition to colleagues, as well as having a very competitive benefits plan.
Job Description
Job Title: Director of Engineering
Department: Engineering
Inspired and Supported by: General Manager/ Hotel Manager
Your purpose will be:
The Director of Engineering oversees the operational efficiency and asset protection of our prestigious hotel property, encompassing preventative equipment maintenance, grounds preservation, and structural integrity. Leading by example, this role fosters a culture of excellence grounded in respect, integrity, and accountability. Through strategic oversight and proactive measures, the Director ensures optimal functionality while championing sustainability initiatives. Collaborating closely with internal and external stakeholders, they uphold the highest standards of professionalism, driving continuous innovation and advancement in engineering practices. If you're a visionary leader with a passion for operational excellence, we invite you to join our dynamic team as the Director of Engineering.
You will be accountable for:
Engineering Management:
Advise senior management on engineering support, environmental controls, and property operational efficiency.
Manage maintenance budgets, capital works programs, and engineering plans, ensuring regular monitoring and review.
Oversee cost control aspects of maintenance, including budget preparation and implementation.
Capital Planning and Projects:
Develop and manage realistic capital budgets and cash flows for projects.
Take control of capital project planning and allocation of funding in alignment with company directives.
Administer a five-year capital plan, updating it annually against funding allocations.
Energy Management and Compliance:
Implement energy management programs and ensure adherence to Accor standards.
Monitor and evaluate energy usage, upgrading conservation systems as needed.
Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, fire codes, and building ordinances.
Team Development and Quality Control:
Select, train, and develop a skilled maintenance team.
Conduct regular work sampling studies to evaluate personnel performance.
Maintain physical assets through effective operation and maintenance of mechanical and electrical systems.
Qualifications
What you will need to do in this role?
Minimum 15 years experiences in engineering and 5 years as Chief Engineer or Director of Engineering working for luxury 5-star hotels
Academically and technically qualified
Good planner and project manager and outstanding in logistics
Manage a large team of engineering and maintenance personnel
Proficient in managing multicultural task forces
Technically proficient and implementing preventive maintenance programs
Handling all safety procedures and facility support services
Excellent communicator and ability to report to senior leadership
Superb organizational skills
Financially astute
Ability to manage large facilities spread across a large area
Proactive, pleasant personality, great team player
Exceptional administration and communication skills
Please note that we believe in flexibility and multi-skilling, and you may be asked to do different tasks from time to time to enable us to meet the needs of our guests and colleagues.
Additional Information
What's in it for you?
Competitive salary and benefits including pension and life assurance
31 days of holiday including public holidays (prorated to your time at The Savoy)
Laundry services & dry cleaning for uniform
Colleague restaurant
Colleague gym facility
Employee assistance program
50% discount at our iconic American & Beaufort Bars
50% discount at our world-famous Afternoon Tea
50% discount at our spa and florist
Savoy hotel discount and discount across Accor hotels worldwide
50% discount at Gordon Ramsay's River Restaurant and Savoy Grill
20% at Gordon Ramsay restaurants outside the hotel
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