Assistant Chief Engineer

Melbourne - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Stamford Plaza Melbourne are seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Chief Engineer to join our Engineering Department. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on leader who is passionate about maintenance operations team development and delivering exceptional service within a fast-paced environment.

Stamford Plaza Melbourne is a five-star hotel located at the Paris end of Little Collins Street in the hear of the shopping and theatre district.

Permanent full-time position.
Monday to Friday with the occasional weekend required.
38 hours per week.

About Stamford Hotels and Resorts:

Stamford Hotels and Resorts a part of the Stamford Group manages the Groups portfolio of luxury premium hotels located in Australia. The hotel portfolio consists of nearly 1800 rooms and over 1000 addition to the hotels the Stamford Group owns a portfolio of premium commercial office properties internationally and is involved in the development of high-end luxury residential units in Australia.

At Stamford Hotels and Resorts we understand that our people are our greatest asset. We strive to retain develop and reward passionate and success-orientated professionals at all our pursuit for excellence we encourage entrepreneurial thinking challenge the status quo and inculcate a sense of ownership while fostering an environment of transparency collaboration respect and integrity among our employees business partners and the larger community.

About the role

Reporting directly to the Chief Engineer you will play a key role in overseeing the day to day operations of the Engineering team.

You will assist in managing maintenance activities coordinating workflow supporting team members and ensuring the propertys facilities equipment and assets are maintained to a high standard.

This is a critical leadership role suited to someone who thrives on problem-solving has strong technical knowledge and enjoys building a positive high-performing team culture.

Key Responsibilities

Assist the Chief Engineer in supervising the Engineering team and daily maintenance operations
Lead mentor and train team members to ensure safe and efficient work practices
Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs
Support the coordination of contractors and external service providers
Monitor and ensure compliance with safety procedures regulations and company standards
Respond to maintenance issues promptly to minimise operational impact
Participate in planning and implementing facility improvement projects
Maintain accurate documentation reports and asset records
Contribute to budgeting resource planning and continuous improvement initiatives

About You

We are looking for someone who brings both technical knowledge and strong leadership skills. The ideal candidate will have:

Minimum 3 years experience as aMaintenance Manager or at least 5 years as a Building/Facilities Manager
Trade qualification(s) are essential.
Tertiary qualification in either electrical or mechanical engineering is highly desirable.
Previous experience in a large-scale hotel Engineering department is desirable.
Previous experience in managing large scale capex projects.
Strong management and teamwork capabilities.
Previous experience in with a PMS Property Management System and Opera is desirable.
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office.
Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
A proactive hands-on approach with strong attention to detail
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Sound understanding of safety standards and compliance requirements

Culture and Benefits

As a valued team member you can expect to receive:

Opportunity to progress within the organisation
Free staff meals while on shift
Be apart of our Employee Referral incentives and get paid to work with a friend or previous colleague.
Get noticed for your great work through our Rewards and Recognition program.

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step Please send your cover letter and resume showcasing your experience and why youd be a great fit for this role.

We appreciate your interest in joining Stamford Plaza Melbourne. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

No recruitment agencies please.

Stamford Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive people-first culture.

We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis covered under applicable law.Interviews will be conducted concurrently with the live ad.

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Stamford Plaza Melbourne are seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Chief Engineer to join our Engineering Department. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on leader who is passionate about maintenance operations team development and delivering exceptional service within a fast-paced ...