PSan Clemente Palace Venice, managed by Mandarin Oriental is looking for astrongDirector of Engineering /strongto join ourstrongengineering team. /strong /ppAre you a master of craft?Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional. /ppMandarin Oriental Hotel Group is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognized for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences. /ppSet against the stunning backdrop of San Marco, San Clemente Palace Venice immerses guests in 900-year-old landmark in drama, glamour and heritage of the Renaissance, with a series of beautifully restored monastery buildings, 12th century historical church and 78,000 square meter of ancient gardens. /ppstrongAbout the job /strong /ppBased at San Clemente Palace Venice, as the Director of Engineering, you will lead and control all engineering related activities with a clear focus in providing a balanced service to meet the needs of the physical property, our customers and colleagues. The incumbent is expected to actively participate in the general day-to-day operation of the department leading, mentoring, training and educating the engineering team. The Director of Engineering is responsible for the financial management of the property operation and maintenance expenses and for utilities consumption. The Director of Engineering will be responsible for driving the Technical Services divisional critical path including recruitment of the Engineering team, process structuring and MO standards compliance. /ppstrongAs Director of Engineering, you will beresponsiblefor the following duties: /strong /pulliTo maintain in a proper and safe condition of all buildings, plant, plant rooms, equipment, and front and back of house areas. /liliTo establish and implement the “Safe and Sound” procedures such as the Fire, Life, Health, Safety and Security, Emergency and Standard Operating Procedures in compliance with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group standards. /liliTo ensure all work carried out for the hotel is in compliance with the relevant statutory requirements, regulations and codes. /liliTo perform “Emergency Response Team” duties as required. /liliDirectly oversee and control the activities of the Engineering Management Team under his supervision. /liliTo oversee the selection of engineering outsourced companies and services. /liliTo participate in the formulation of strategic business plans for the hotel. /liliTo formulate and implement strategic development for the hotel’s involvement in the local community. /liliTo develop and implement preventative maintenance programmes in accordance with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group guidelines. /liliTo establish and manage the annual CapEX plan and budget for all aspects of engineering. /liliTo oversee the strategic direction of general projects related to the enhancement of the hotel. Project management covers the areas of planning, administration, implementation and evaluation of financial results of projects. /liliTo support the Financial Controller in the hotel’s overall financial performance; the annual hotel budget process; the energy and cost consumption; and the engineering contractor’s selection and documentation. /liliTo support the Director of Human Resources in their strategy for the recruitment and selection of employees; career development programmes for employees; labour cost management; community programmes; and the evaluation and recognition of employees. /liliTo support the ITT Director in telecommunications upgrades and enhancements; annual maintenance of the contingency systems that support ITT equipment and systems; and the annual testing and conformance of emergency power systems based on Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group guidelines. /liliTo support the Operations team on the training and demonstration of various systems such as the key system for guest rooms, audio visual equipment, lighting and temperature and control systems, etc. /liliTo participate in the Repairs and Maintenance, Project and Risk Management Committee meetings as required. /liliTo conduct regular inspections of all front and back of house areas to ensure the quality and standards are maintained at the highest level. /liliTo ensure all drawings, manuals and documentation is updated as and when changes are made. /liliTo ensure all certifications, test reports, inspections and maintenance reports are properly stored and updated. /liliTo be fully conversant with all technical details of all plant and services relating to the hotel. /liliTo assist engineering colleagues with technical advice and ensure standards are maintained. /liliTo prepare budgets, forecasts and costings. /liliTo actively assist with energy conservation and control. /liliTo maintain contact with local authorities and Government Departments such as the Fire Service Department, Electrical and Mechanical Service Department, Water Supply Department, Building Ordinance Office, Drainage Department, Labour Department, Environmental Protection Department, to ensure that all requirements are being complied with and that assistance or advice will be readily available whenever required /liliTo promote and co-ordinate all requirements as per MOHG’s Fire, Life, Health, Safety and Security guidelines. /li /ulpstrongAs Director of Engineering, we expect from you: /strong /ppExperience and education /pulliA minimum of five years in engineering management, ideally within luxury hospitality. /liliBachelor’s degree in engineering (preferably in areas such as Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Renewable Energy Engineering). /liliPre-opening and resort experience is an advantage. /li /ulpTechnical Skills /pulliComputer literate and an avid user of office automation application such as Words, Excel, Visio, etc. /liliExpert knowledge of key building systems: Management of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, energy systems, access control, and kitchen equipment to ensure efficiency and sustainability. /liliMaintenance management: Overseeing preventive and corrective maintenance programs to optimize system performance and lifespan. /liliProject and budget management: Coordinating engineering projects, maintaining budgets, and implementing infrastructure improvements. /liliRegulatory compliance: Ensuring adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations in the hotel setting. /liliLeadership and coordination: Leading engineering teams, ensuring operational efficiency, and collaborating with senior management for strategic decisions. /liliExcellent written and verbal skills in English and Italian. /li /ulpstrongOur commitment to you /strong /pulliLearning Development. Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow, continuously. /liliMOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off. As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones. /liliHeath Colleague Wellness. Finding the right work-life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues, globally. /liliRetirement Plans. When you show commitment to us, we reciprocate. We offer different retirement plans depending on the length of your service and your role. /li /ulh3Seniority level /h3ullih3Seniority level /h3Director /li /ulh3Employment type /h3ullih3Employment type /h3Full-time /li /ulh3Job function /h3ullih3Job function /h3Engineering and Information Technology /lilih3Industries /h3Hospitality /li /ulpReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at San Clemente Palace Venice managed by Mandarin Oriental by 2x /ph3Sign in to set job alerts for “Director of Engineering” roles. /h3pWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr