Maintenance Manager at ECLAT HR Consulting

Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will (but is not limited to):

• Develop and implement comprehensive preventative maintenance programs for all resturant and hotel systems, equipment, and facilities to minimize breakdowns and extend asset lifespan.
• Contribute to the overall operational strategy of the restaurant and hotel, providing expert advice on engineering and maintenance matters.
• Develop and implement comprehensive maintenance plans, including preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance schedules, ensuring clear objectives, timelines, and deliverable.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance of hotel facilities (e.g., plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC, elevators, lighting).
• Work with external contractors, service providers, and suppliers to ensure timely and quality execution of maintenance projects and procurement of necessary parts.
• Establish and manage a framework for monitoring maintenance activities, tracking performance against key indicators such as downtime, repair costs, and equipment lifespan.
• Ensure prompt and efficient response to all guest and internal department maintenance requests, prioritizing critical issues.
• Prepare and maintain detailed maintenance documentation, including work orders, repair logs, equipment manuals, inspection reports, and budget details.
• Assist in tracking maintenance budgets, ensuring expenses stay within scope and reporting any variances as needed.
• Conduct regular inspections and site visits to monitor the quality of maintenance work, assess the condition of facilities and equipment, and ensure compliance.
• Ensure strict compliance with all safety regulations, company policies, industry standards, and local building codes for all maintenance operations.
• Communicate regularly with relevant departments and management, keeping them informed of maintenance status, planned works, and potential disruptions.
• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections of equipment, facilities, and work practices.
• Lead, train, and develop the maintenance team, facilitating regular meetings and ensuring skill development and adherence to best practices.
• Contribute to post-maintenance reviews, documenting lessons learned, and making recommendations for asset lifecycle improvements and operational enhancements.
• Manage the inventory of spare parts, tools, and supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels while minimizing holding costs.
• Implement a system for tracking and managing hotel assets, including maintenance schedules and depreciation.
• Research and recommend new technologies or equipment that could improve efficiency, guest comfort, or cost savings.
• Assist in procurement processes specific to maintenance, including preparing specifications, reviewing proposals, and coordinating contracts for parts, tools, and services.

Requirement

• A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil) or a related technical field is required; a Master's degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., CEM, CFM) is a significant advantage.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in maintenance management, preferably within the hospitality industry.
• Proficiency in Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) is essential.

Required Competencies:

• Strong organisational, multitasking, and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially for technical explanations.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage emergency repairs effectively.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy in diagnosing issues and performing repairs.
• Proactive problem-solving abilities and a solution-oriented mindset for complex technical challenges.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a technical team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with diverse operational teams and external vendors.