What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director Of Engineering position at Four Seasons Hotels Limited?
About Four Seasons :
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location :
An urban oasis along the Mississippi. Embrace the pioneering spirit of St. Louis and come explore with us. Our resort-style hotel is set along the banks of the fabled Mississippi River in the heart of downtown's entertainment district, just steps away from our most recognizable landmark : the shimmering Gateway Arch. Take in the epic views from a private poolside cabana on our Sky Terrace, from a table filled with sharable plates at Cinder House, or from the floor-to-ceiling windows in the comfort of your very own room.
About Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts :
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us. At Four Seasons, our company values are much more than a program or a policy; they define who we are and inform the decisions we make. The company's guiding principle is the Golden Rule, and as such Four Seasons strives to have a long-lasting, positive influence on the communities where we operate and on the people we employ and serve around the world.
Sited near the confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri rivers, historic St. Louis continues to invite exploration. Find the luxurious Hotel, a haven of tranquility with epic views of the Gateway Arch, in the heart of downtown's entertainment district, just steps away from Horseshoe Casino, the pulse of St. Louis.
About the Director of Engineering role :
We are looking for an individual who can provide leadership support to our engineering department. You will be responsible for providing professional direction and strategic leadership of a comprehensive facilities management organization. This position will include project management (including annual and long-term capital expenditures), procurement and planning, leading the day-to-day maintenance operations of the resort, and budget planning and management.
Responsibilities :
- Provide short- and long-term strategic direction for the facility in conjunction with all operational needs of the individual departments.
- Work closely to select the best third-party vendors for construction challenges, including contract negotiations for those vendors, plus developing a strong relationship with the Reedy Creek Development Board.
- Direct all hiring, training, supervision, scheduling, counseling, and evaluation of performance and planning the activities of maintenance staff including making spot checks on a daily basis.
- Ensure proper execution of work order / request system and that items are followed up on when necessary.
- Prepare requisitions for purchase and work orders and liaise effectively with the Director of Purchasing.
- Implement preventive maintenance schedules, policies and rules to ensure an efficient department.
- Maintain logs on movement of stock items and tools and monitor distribution of items.
- Ensure that all energy use systems are monitored and that data is reviewed to evaluate consumption.
- Support the energy conservation program allowing the hotel to meet its annual budget targets.
- Maintain close working relations with hotel contractors who furnish reliable 24-hour emergency service.
- Assist with maintenance of all firefighting equipment in first class order and ensure that emergency procedures are understood and practiced by hotel staff.
Minimum Qualifications :
What we are offering you :
Four Seasons believes in offering the best to the best when it comes to employee benefits!
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