Overview

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A CANDIDATE WHO IS STRONG IN AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION TO JOIN OUR FACILITIES DEPARTMENT/TEAM.  HE/SHE MUST ALSO BE COMPETENT IN PLUMBING .  THE RIGHT CANDIDATE MUST BE ABLE TO WORK INDEPENDENTLY WITHOUT SUPERVISION.  THE CANDIDATE SHOULD ALSO BE OPEN TO WORKING ON WEEKENDS AND PUBLIC HOLDIAYS.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Check and make major repairs to heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems (HVAC) and refrigeration
• Feed cables through access holes, roof spaces, and cavity walls to reach fixture outlets; then position and terminate cables, wires and strapping
• Drill holes for wiring in wall studs, joists, ceilings, and floors
• Check and make major repairs to plumbing systems and fixtures such as pipe lines, toilets and sinks, kitchen and laundry equipment
• Check and make major repairs to electrical systems such as power and lighting systems
• Perform major repairs to building, furniture, bathrooms, guestrooms, pools etc., as needed
• Ensure that all equipment is functioning properly and that preventative maintenance measures are performed in a timely manner and recorded in the hotels Facilities Management software to preserve the hotel and keep product quality standard
• Monitor mechanical, electrical and water usage to ensure effective energy management
• Ensure that all the critical areas of the Hotel are functioning properly by utilising the daily checklist to check all the main areas of the hotel and affect any repairs needed
• Utilise the Preventative Maintenance Schedule and the Preventative Maintenance Monthly and weekly sheets to keep track of maintenance performed on various pieces of equipment
• Respond in a courteous manner to guest questions, complaints and/or requests to ensure guest satisfaction
• Record maintenance performed in the Facilities Management software
• Maintain records of parts used, time spent, and repairs performed
• Conduct all duties in conformance with Health and Safety (H&S) requirements.
• Be familiar with the Health and Safety and Emergency response procedures
• Follow all fire, health and safety regulations as they relate to the Facilities Department
• Report any injuries, accidents or health and safety concerns to the Manager/Supervisor or HSE Committee
• Perform any other duties as required by the Manager/Supervisor

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Technical Diplomas in Plumbing, Electronics and Air-conditioning & Refrigeration.
• A minimum of eight years’ experience in a related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in plumbing, HVAC or electrical as evidenced by certification.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite is an asset