Chief Engineer I

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Job Summary: Manage engineering/maintenance operations with a focus on safety and asset protection, and oversee budgeting, preventive maintenance, and emergency response. Key Highlights: 1. Manage engineering/maintenance operations for buildings, facilities, and mechanical equipment 2. Oversee budget management, capital expenditure projects, and preventive maintenance 3. Lead emergency response teams to address all equipment issues **Additional Information** **Job Number**26085749 **Job Category**Engineering \& Facilities **Location**Building No. 153 Street No. 347, Lusail, Qatar, Qatar **Schedule**Full Time **Located Remotely?**N **Position Type** Management **Job Summary** Manage all engineering/maintenance operations—including maintenance of buildings, facilities, and mechanical equipment—with special emphasis on safety, security, and asset protection. Responsible for managing budgets, capital expenditure projects, preventive maintenance, and energy conservation. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Lead emergency response teams to address all equipment issues. **Candidate Profile** **Education and Experience Requirements** * High school diploma or equivalent (GED); 4 years of experience in engineering maintenance or related field; training in HVAC/refrigeration, electrical, or plumbing systems. Or * Two-year degree in construction management, engineering, mechanical technology, or related field from an accredited university; 2 years of experience in engineering maintenance or related field; training in HVAC/refrigeration, electrical, or plumbing systems. **Core Job Activities** **Manage Hotel Operations and Engineering Budgets** * Supervise the Engineering Department in the absence of the Director of Engineering. * Assist in managing mechanical equipment, including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, electrical, and fire safety systems. * Maintain and operate equipment at optimal levels of efficiency, performance, and safety. * Establish and manage an effective room maintenance program. * Ensure compliance with all Engineering Department policies, standards, and procedures. * Manage department-controllable expenses to meet or exceed budgetary goals. * Select, order, or procure new equipment, supplies, and furniture. * Inspect and assess the physical condition of facilities to determine required work types. * Recommend or arrange additional services such as painting, repairs, renovations, and replacement of furniture and equipment. * Supervise day-to-day operations of the Engineering Department. **Maintain Hotel Standards** * Maintain accurate logs and records as required. * Assist in effectively planning, scheduling, and evaluating preventive maintenance programs. **Deliver Exceptional Guest Service** * Handle guest issues and complaints efficiently. * Empower staff to deliver exceptional guest service. * Demonstrate leadership in guest relations by embodying exceptional guest service and fostering a positive atmosphere. **Manage Profitability** * Help prioritize overall hotel maintenance needs. * Ensure continuous communication across all areas of responsibility to enhance awareness of business objectives, expectations, and recognition of demonstrated performance. **Manage and Conduct Human Resources Activities** * Celebrate successes and publicly recognize team members’ contributions. * Establish and maintain open, collaborative relationships with employees. * Ensure fair and equitable treatment of employees. * Strive to improve service performance. * Provide feedback to employees based on observations of service behaviors. * Supervise employees’ ability to execute departmental and hotel emergency procedures. * Review employee satisfaction results and identify and resolve employee concerns or issues. * Solicit employee feedback. * Help ensure regulatory compliance with equipment regulations and safety standards. * Ensure fair and consistent application of hotel policies, complete disciplinary procedures and documentation per Standards and Local Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs), and support peer review processes. * Ensure fair and consistent application of hotel policies. *Marriott International is committed to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all individuals and providing employment opportunities regardless of background. We actively foster an inclusive environment that respects and celebrates the unique backgrounds of all employees. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of cultures, talents, and experiences across our workforce. We pledge zero tolerance for discrimination on any legally protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or any other category protected under applicable law.* Le Méridien draws inspiration from the golden age of travel, presenting each culture through Europe’s classic pursuit of enjoying life to the fullest. Our guests are curious, creative urban cultural enthusiasts who seek meaningful connections and savor local flavors at their own pace. Le Méridien offers memorable, distinctive services and experiences designed to inspire guests to embrace life to the fullest. We welcome curious, creative, and hospitality-minded talent to join our team. If you enjoy engaging with like-minded guests and aspire to create unexpected experiences for them, we invite you to embark on your future career journey with Le Méridien. Joining Le Méridien means becoming part of Marriott International’s extraordinary portfolio of brands. Launch your journey **here**, realize your personal value, **pursue** your life goals, **join** an outstanding global team, and **express** your authentic self.