Job offer: Assistant Engineering Manager at AVANI

Contemporary, relaxed and imaginative. Be it a leisurely family break or romantic escape, AVANI Hotels & Resorts provides the right space for guests who value the details that matter.

JOB SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Chief Engineer, the Assistant Engineering Manager will be responsible for ensuring efficient and cost-effective maintenance, operation of all electrical and mechanical equipment as well as all electrical systems at Avani Lesotho and Avani Maseru. To ensure constant upkeep and development of both units, as well as developing and implementing the maintenance plans.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Overseeing and managing of all contractors related to the maintenance of Avani Lesotho and Avani Maseru.

• Formulates daily maintenance system and ensures that adequate preventative maintenance is in place.

• Set up and hold an adequate information system, incorporating the drawing registers, specifications, guarantees and maintenance manuals.

• Ensures budgets planning and control for the Maintenance Department.

• Controls and monitors all staff with regards to work allocation & training.

• Plan, control, and manage all maintenance functions.

• Upkeep of Generator Sets and maintenance thereof.

• To comply with all statutory and legal requirements for fire, health and safety licensing and provide all necessary safety equipment required for work to be carried out efficiently and safely.

• Plan and manage all preventative maintenance work, new projects, extensions, and renovations.

• Continually monitor the responsible use of energy in the hotel and implement measures resulting in energy cost savings.

• Monthly reports and meetings.

• To prepare the Engineering budget for the property and provide the Engineering input into hotel strategic and operational planning exercises.

• Liaise with People and Culture over all employee matters including recruitment and interviewing.

• Control and Manage all payroll and business expenditure of the department.

• Provide in-house mechanical and electrical servicing, repair and maintenance using well-trained, presentable personnel carrying out maintenance works in an efficient, discreet and guest friendly manner.

• Carry out continuous inspections to ensure the highest level of guest comfort is maintained and that all services are in proper working condition.

• Ensure that all maintenance requests are prioritized and are dealt with in an efficient manner.

• Develop a team of technically proficient and generally helpful technicians to carry out all maintenance and repair work to standard with technical specifications.

• Acts as a Project Manager between hotel and outside contractors or technical services on major projects.

• Attends seminars and technical exhibitions and reads relevant publications to keep him up to date in the Engineering field.

HOW YOU CAN SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE

• Within AVANI Lesotho Hotel and Casino, the top-performing people who do this job always demonstrate the following attitude:

Working with Others:

• They always try to anticipate and exceed the needs of customers and colleagues.

• They use their own initiative and good judgement to solve problems in a calm and efficient way.

• They enjoy working with others to achieve common goals. They volunteer as required to ensure the success of the team.

• They act with personal professionalism and integrity at all times.

Taking Responsibility:

• They always conduct business honestly and fairly. They keep sensitive information confidential.

• They can prioritise their workload effectively and be organised and structured at work.

• They manage their time and pay attention to detail. They know their jobs and are able to work without close supervision.

• They display a positive attitude, even under pressure. They personally check their work to ensure its accuracy.

Delivering Results:

• They are committed to meeting and exceeding all performance standards.

• They constantly look to develop their own professional skills and abilities.

• They perform job tasks in line with established policies and procedures.

• They always try to provide a top-quality experience to all our guests.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent. A degree in in Engineering or equivalent preferrable.

• Completed a recognized apprenticeship in a trade such as an electrical or a commercial refrigeration and/or air conditioning field.

• Minimum of 6 years post apprenticeship training in a relevant field

• Must have not less than five years’ operating experience in a hotel engineering department.

• Computer literacy – Microsoft package.

• Proven experience in a managerial position for a period of no less than five years.

• Strong technical background with experience in most aspects of the maintenance.

• Proven track record in terms of leadership ability.

• Must be able to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks at once and be hands-on in operations.

• Must speak fluent English.

• He/she ideally should be certified in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.

• Must be familiar with the operations and priorities of all other hotel operating departments.

• Ability to identify safety risks and develop a plan of action quickly.

• Problem-solving aptitude, particularly under pressure.

• Excellent leadership and organizational skills.

• Detail-oriented.