Hotel Engineer

Benefits & Perks

• Incredible team member discounts from your first day on-the-job.
• Up to 50% off stays at EVT hotels – Rydges, QT, Atura, Lylo, Independent Collection and more.
• $2 movie tickets, plus Moonlight, Gold Class, Candy Bar discounts and more.
• Awesome winter and summer savings and discounts at Thredbo.
• Rapid career growth opportunities through our EVT network.
• Local community involvement, volunteering and charitable giving.
• Australia and NZ’s largest and most diverse experiences company.

Skills & Experience

• 3 to 5 years’ experience as an Engineer or similar Facilities Management positions  
• Bachelor of Engineering preferred
• Fire Safety Advisor/Warden training 
• Current First Aid and CPR qualifications 
• Experience working with HVAC
• Experience within a medium to large Hotel/Hospitality operation preferred but not essential
• Demonstrated high-level experience and understand of Australian building regulations, laws, compliance processes and procedures
• Experience managing on-site WHS and understanding of regulations 
• Experience managing relationships with vendors and contractors 
• Ability to problem solve and adapt to ever evolving situations 
• Experience working in fast paced and high volume operations 
• Advanced proficiency in software and systems, including advanced skills in Microsoft Office programs
• Highly motivated and excellent organisational skills
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships while driving employee engagement and development 
• Excellent personal presentation and a high level of professionalism
• Enthusiasm, friendly nature and goal orientated 
• Ability to handle high pressure situations and adapt to operations 

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure maintenance and repairs for all hotel equipment and machinery including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire safety etc.
• Provide regular compliance checks on both the building’s interior and exterior ensuring regulatory, legislation and local council laws are adhered to.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedule including any required safety testing of equipment/machinery.
• Ensure hotel property security is regularly reviewed to minimise risk of theft, crime and other hazards.
• Oversee the Hotel’s WHS program/committee, undertake regular WHS compliance inspections and perform training to staff where required. 
• Manage the Building Management System (BMS)
• Coordinate with external contractors on projects and maintenance works ensuring high standard of work and timely completion.
• Coordinate with equipment suppliers to ensure timely delivery, minimal disruption to guests and minimise expenses.
• Where possible, implement sustainable methods, processes, equipment etc.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedule including any required safety testing of equipment/machinery.

About the Role

This is a vital position for Hotel’s present and future in continuing to provide a building that meets the standards expected of every guest that walks through our doors. The role will play a key part in the strategic direction for the leadership team while ensuring that our all staff have the tools and equipment to complete their tasks. 

The role is a full-time position, Monday to Friday. The successful candidate will have a can do attitude and be results driven, while having an exceptional eye for detail and the ability to problem solve and adapt. 

About the Business 

Rydges South Bank is part of EVT (Entertain, Ventures & Travel) Group, a proudly Australian-owned company with over 100 years’ experience in hospitality, entertainment and leisure in Australia and New Zealand. Our venues stretch from Perth to Sydney to Queenstown with each venue locally inspired, just like our team, our customers and you. We’re for making the day better, we include, we nurture talent and promote internally. 

Rydges South Bank is a highly-regarded 4.5 star, award-winning hotel boasting 304 rooms and suites, multiple food and beverage outlets, and conferencing facilities. The hotel is located on Grey Street in South Bank neighbouring the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre.

Our core values are Empowerment, Possibilities and Community. These pillars form the foundation of our purpose, which is to make each day better for our customers, our team, the community and… ourselves!

For further information about Rydges South Bank check out our website at www.rydges.com/southbank and for further information about EVT please visit www.evt.com.

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