Assistant Head of Engineering

With thousands of hotels in over 100 countries and territories, Hilton offers countless opportunities to delight. From an open door to a welcoming smile and an exceptional experience, we offer the millions of travellers who stay with us every year a welcome they will never forget. In addition to our flagship brand, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, the family of brands includes Waldorf Astoria, LXR, Conrad, Canopy, Curio Collection, DoubleTree, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton and many others.
If you appreciate the impact global travel can have on the world, you may be just the person we are looking for to work as a Hilton Team Member. The Assistant Chief Engineer is responsible for assisting the Chief Engineer in maintaining the hotel building and ensure the safe and effective operation of hotel facilities and equipment in line with Hilton and hotel policies and procedures.

As the Assistant Chief Engineer, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Direct and supervise the implementation of effective major problem reporting systems and routine maintenance to ensure that buildings, facilities and the surrounding environment are in good condition at all times.
• Develop the maintenance plan for facilities and equipment, guiding and supervising the maintenance work of employees and external contractors to ensure the smooth implementation of the maintenance plan.
• Draft specific requirements and evaluate quotations from Purchasing Managers for all works involving external contractors.
• Negotiate and follow-up with successful contractors to ensure that all work is done in compliance with company, local and regional health and safety standards.
• Organize and inspect the work of the Warehouse management in the Engineering department, implementing effective inventory management.
• Assist the Chief Engineer in carrying out long-term evaluation of equipment and make overhaul and re-purchase plans.
• Ensure the safe and efficient operation of all machine rooms and equipment.
• Pay attention to fire safety and solve safety hazards promptly to ensure no accidents.
• Assist the Chief Engineer in developing annual budgets and follow-up to achieve reasonable control.
• Supervise and manage the implementation of hotel management policies and procedures.
• Complete and provide all daily reports and reports required by the Chief Engineer, enabling the office of the Deputy Chief Engineer in maintaining a valid record / filing system.
• Liaise with the Fire, Power Supply, Water Supply, Urban Management and Epidemic Prevention departments to ensure that all requirements are documented and there are supportive recommendations as needed.
• Pay attention to employees' daily work performance, conducting regular performance evaluations with employees and provide guidance and advice for their personal development.
• Advise and organize potential employees to cross-train within the hotel, in other hotels or external institutions if necessary.
• Advise staff on transfers, promotions, disciplinary actions or dismissals.
• Recruit staff for the department with the assistance of the Human Resources Manager and Chief Engineer.
• An Assistant Chief Engineer serving Hilton Brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. Junior College graduate.
• Proficient in English to meet business needs.
• At least 10 years of experience in hotel / building services or other appropriate engineering fields.
• At least 5 years in a Duty Engineer position or 2 years in an Assistant Chief Engineer position in a 4 / 5-star hotel.
• Have specialized knowledge on water treatment, hydraulics, mechanics, chillers, air flows, H.electronics, sound, TV, lighting, elevators, boilers, pumps, etc.
• Capable of maintenance for all hotel building services including air-conditioning, ventilation, refrigeration, electrical installation, lighting system, plumbing system, boiler, laundry, kitchen, lift, fire protection, escalator, sound system, TV system, etc.
• Capable of following specifications for hotel services.
• Capable of training Engineering team members.

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travellers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day.