Director of Engineering

Sofitel Cairo El Gezirah

Egypt

Ref: KP598-159

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Inspiring and engaging. As a Director of Engineering, you will show your leadership and interpersonal strengths to maximize the Engineering Operations.

What is in it for you:
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21

What you will be doing:
• Primary internal contracts are with entire organization through daily contact and problem-solving oriented team meetings.
• Works with Engineering Leadership team to determine how Engineering is performing against budget and highlights areas of concern to leadership.
• Ensures Product quality. Directs the timely resolution of all product liability issues.
• Develops an Engineering operating strategy that is aligned with the property business strategy
• Checks work reports and institutes regular checking schedule on all items and plant equipment
• Follows up work in progress, controls regular maintenance and routine inspection
• Liaises with Hotel Management on day to day maintenance.
• Monitors spot checks on hotel areas and equipment.
• Conducts periodic inspection tours to check work progress and condition of building and equipment.
• Implements training in Fire & Safety.
• Prepares reports on tasks and maintenance requirements.
• Deals with suppliers and outside contractors and works closely with Electrical and Structural Engineering Firms as necessary.
• Provides 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.
• Plans and manage all preventative maintenance work, new projects, extensions, and renovations.

Requirements

Your experience and skills include:
• Minimum 3-5 years experience in similar role in a 5 star hotel.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience in Egypt hotels and resorts.
• Computer skills
• Advanced Knowledge of building Operation and Maintenance?
• Advanced Spoken and Written English

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We are 280,000 women and men placing people at the heart of what we do, and nurturing real passion for service and achievement Joining Accor means embarking on a unique life journey to imagine tomorrow's hospitality.

About the Company

Perched on the quiet Southern tip of El Gezirah island, close to the city center and Zamalek. 433 luxurious rooms including 50 suites, stunning ballroom perfect for weddings, flexible meeting rooms and exquisite restaurants and bars.

Welcome to a 5-star luxury hotel on the Nile: a haven in the center of Cairo where you are made to feel at home. Discover 433 luxurious rooms including 50 sumptuous suites, a stunning ballroom perfect for weddings, and flexible meeting rooms.

Wander down the leafy Promenade to exquisite restaurants and bars, pamper yourself in SoSPA, and soak in an infinity pool overlooking the Nile. The excitement and mysteries of Egypt's capital lie steps from the light-flooded lobby.

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