Assistant Manager Engineering - Facilities

About the role

The Assistant Manager Engineering - Facilities supports the management, maintenance and operation of the property's engineering systems, utilities, facilities and infrastructure. The role helps lead the Engineering Department so that building systems run safely and efficiently, meet company standards and deliver an excellent guest experience while protecting the hotel's physical assets. The position is full time and based in Nadi, Fiji.

Key responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Engineering Department and Facilities team, including preventive and corrective maintenance of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, kitchen, laundry and fire life safety systems
• Inspect guest rooms, public areas, back-of-house facilities, plant rooms and critical infrastructure, and support engineering projects, renovations and asset improvements
• Help plan preventive maintenance schedules, monitor work orders, prepare operating and capital budgets, and maintain spare parts, tools and maintenance records
• Lead and develop Engineering associates and technicians, support recruitment, training and onboarding, and act as the engineering point of contact when the manager is absent
• Ensure compliance with safety, health and environmental regulations, conduct safety inspections and risk assessments, and support emergency response plans

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Facilities Management or Building Services Engineering, or a related discipline
• Minimum 4-5 years in engineering operations, facilities management or building maintenance, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory or leadership role
• Strong knowledge of hotel facilities and building systems; experience managing preventive maintenance programs, contractors and engineering projects
• Previous hospitality experience in a hotel, resort or large commercial facility is highly desirable
• Working rights in Fiji

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance management systems
• Leadership, organizational and decision-making skills
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends and public holidays

What we offer

• Staff discounts on accommodation and food and beverage across Marriott International properties
• Career growth through Marriott's global learning and training programs
• Duty meals and associate transportation
• Prorated unused sick leave paid out at year end