Engineering Manager

Reporting to the General Manager this role manages all engineering/maintenance operations. Manages the maintenance of the building, grounds and physical plant. Responsible for maintaining standards and regulatory requirements.

• Minimum 3 years experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area
• Minimum of 1 year managing a team
• Undergraduate or masters degree from an accredited university in Building and Construction, Engineering, Mechanics, or related major
• Full working rights for Australia, we cannot sponsor this role

• Assists in developing project plans in accordance with renovation or new construction needs.

• Implements preventative maintenance and asset protection plan.

• Assists with managing the physical plant including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment and electrical systems in accordance with brand Standard Operating Procedures.

• Manages and controls heat, light and power.

• Maintains property life safety systems (e.g., fire fighting equipment, sprinkler systems, alarm systems).

• Ensures fire crew has complete understanding of all procedures, equipment and alarms.

• Communicates and ensures departmental and hotel emergency procedures are executed when necessary.

• Conducts regular, on-going communication in all areas of Engineering.

• Communicates critical information to Engineering teams.

• Communicates a clear and consistent message regarding departmental goals to produce desired results.

• Assists in supervising construction to ensure timely completion of projects within budgetary guidelines.

• Collaborates with owner’s asset manager on decisions concerning capital improvements to the facility.

• Builds positive relationships with external customers (e.g., city building/zoning department, fire prevention bureau, vendors).

• Focuses on improving service performance.

• Sets expectations and holds Engineering teams accountable for demonstrating desired service behaviors.

• Empowers employees to provide excellent guest service.

• Utilizes employee feedback and an “open door” policy to identify and address employee problems or concerns in a timely manner.

• Assists in hiring engineering team members who demonstrate strong functional expertise, creativity and entrepreneurial leadership to meet the business needs of the operation.

• Ensures that regular on-going communication takes place throughout engineering operations to communicate daily operations activities, set expectations and create awareness of business objectives.

• Identifies opportunities to increase profits and create value by challenging existing processes, encouraging innovation and driving necessary change.

• Ensures employees are treated fairly and equitably.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.