Head of Engineering & Maintenance

As Head of Engineering & Maintenance, you'll provide leadership, vision and direction to the portfolio’s Property Maintenance team, supporting quality maintenance delivery to our hotels across the UK, as well as our laundry facility and Head Office sites.
Reporting to the Director of Property, you'll act as the subject matter expert for FM Operations, as well as providing clear and concise guidance on H&S and compliance matters.
Role:
Directing the company’s technical FM division with over 40 team members and the management and mentoring of 3 direct reports
Production and establishment of Engineering and Maintenance SOPs ensuring their adoption across the portfolio
KPI setting and benchmarking for our in-house maintenance teams and contractors
Review and updating of the Asset register to ensure accurate record of asset conditions
Assist in the production and lead the delivery of Property Improvement Plans (PIPs)
Assist in the Formulation of maintenance budgets and rolling CAPEX plans liaising closely with the General Managers, Group Property Director and Divisional FCs
Delivery of carbon reduction management programmes and activities.
Monitor and report upon utility consumption, targeting ongoing reduction through leadership of the Green Team and implementation of best practice initiatives.
Manage the delivery of refurbishments in operational hotels including the repair and replacement of ‘in service’ MEP systems, working with the Contractor and the respective hotel’s Senior Management to minimise disruption and revenue losses
Supplier and contractor selection and management through contractually agreed SLAs and KPIs
The Person: On your first day you will begin a structured 12 week learning journey, supporting you with skills, knowledge, and confidence . With this in mind, we are looking for a Head of Engineering & Maintenance who:
Has a minimum of 15 years of relevant career experience with operational management within property maintenance.
Holds a NEBOSH National General Certificate
Is Mechanically and/or Electrically qualified with sound technical grounding and an in-depth knowledge of all skilled trades and practices both technical and building fabric related
Is experienced in managing and delivering maintenance operations through a CAFM system, such as Concept Evolution, or CMMS/ SMS software such as Joblogic, Synergy, Hotsos, Knowcross etc
Has strong technical knowledge of HVAC plant and Building Services, their operation and optimisation through BEMS/BMS platforms such as Niagra 4, Trend, Honeywell etc
Is proficient in the use of the MS Office 365 suite of programmes
Has in depth knowledge of Building Services Engineering Association SFG20 standards advantageos
Why join Apex Hotels?
You will work with great people, enjoy your time at work, develop new friendships, networks, and skills, and of course you will also receive a competitive rate of pay and a generous range of employee benefits which includes:
34 days holiday
Access to an external Employee Assistance Programme
Inhouse company interactive employee communication APP
Entry to our state-of-the-art gym and pools
Healthy meals to enjoy while you're working
Training and development from day one
£200 referral bonus when your friends or family join the team
And once you smash your probation, you’ll also receive ……
Contributions to a pension scheme
Critical Illness & Death in Service cover
Employee of the quarter and annual recognition schemes
50% discount in our restaurants
Annual anniversary complimentary guest experience overnight stay and dinner for two
Cycle to Work Scheme
Discounted room rates
Spa discount
We encourage you to bring your true self to work. We’ll provide great training and development opportunities, allowing you to flourish in a fun and fulfilling career, reaching your dreams and aspirations. So, whatever your vibe, our family can never be too big, there’s a place here for you. We have one ask - that you bring your personality, ideas, and spark. We’re an innovative, thriving business and we want you to be part of our exciting journey.
If you are interested, click apply. We look forward to hearing from you!
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