What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Engineering position at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts?
Company Description
Company Description
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a renowned luxury hotel brand with a global presence and a commitment to creating lasting memories for our guests. With over 30,000 colleagues worldwide, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional service, fostering a culture of excellence, and making special happen.
Hotel Overview
Located in the heart of downtown Fairmont New Orleans will be an impressive new addition to Fairmont’s luxury portfolio, offering 250 luxury guest rooms, four food & drink venues, a rooftop pool with expansive views of the city, more than 19,000 square feet of function space, and a 10,000 square-foot spa.
This property is destined to become an illustrious destination in the Central Business District, nearby the city’s renowned and historic French Quarter.
Job Description
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Company Description
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is a renowned luxury hotel brand with a global presence and a commitment to creating lasting memories for our guests. With over 30,000 colleagues worldwide, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional service, fostering a culture of excellence, and making special happen.
Hotel Overview
Located in the heart of downtown Fairmont New Orleans will be an impressive new addition to Fairmont’s luxury portfolio, offering 250 luxury guest rooms, four food & drink venues, a rooftop pool with expansive views of the city, more than 19,000 square feet of function space, and a 10,000 square-foot spa.
This property is destined to become an illustrious destination in the Central Business District, nearby the city’s renowned and historic French Quarter.
Job Description
- Oversee daily engineering operations across guestrooms, public areas, outlets, spa, and back-of-house facilities
- Develop and manage preventive maintenance programs to ensure equipment reliability and protect asset value
- Perform and coordinate timely repairs of all hotel systems, equipment, and fixtures
- Conduct routine inspections to ensure compliance with all safety, fire, life, environmental, and regulatory standards
- Respond to emergency maintenance needs and critical/VIP guest requests promptly
- Supervise, schedule, and support the engineering team; assign work orders and prioritize tasks to ensure productivity and timely response
- Monitor labor logs, attendance, and staffing levels to maintain cost efficiency
- Lead, mentor, and develop a multi-skilled team while fostering a positive, accountable, and service-driven culture
- Monitor energy usage and collaborate on sustainability initiatives to control utility costs
- Assist with budgeting, purchasing, inventory management, and cost control
- Support capital projects, renovations, and contractor oversight
- Communicate operational issues to the Director of Engineering and collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless hotel operations
- Lead by example with a hands-on, guest-focused approach, promoting safety, service excellence, and Fairmont brand values
- Technical degree or equivalent experience in Engineering or Facilities Management, 1st class operating engineer license is preferred
- Minimum 5–8 years of progressive luxury hotel engineering experience
- Previous supervisory or management experience
- Strong technical expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems
- Working knowledge of Building Management Systems
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.