Chief Engineer

NUTS AND BOLTS OF THE JOB

• Leading the engineering and maintenance operations of the property, including the standard of building, machinery, plant, furniture, fixtures and equipment in all areas
• Ensure the safety and security of property and people by coordinating and ensuring the implementation of procedures and regulatory follow-up
• Plan and oversee all repair and installation activities including fire safety installations
• Ensure the hotel is prepared for regular fire, H&S and building audits
• Keep maintenance logs and report on daily activities
• Manage relationships with contractors and service providers
• Carry out inspections of the facilities to identify and resolve issues
• Have a comprehensive knowledge of, and ensure that you comply with all statutory local legislation and regulation, in particular, H&S, building regulations and Fire Safety
• Monitor, optimise and anticipate your budgets and your maintenance and personnel expenses
• Contribute to the optimisation of the results of the property including making rooms available for sale
• Develop and train all employees within your charge in order that they perform to the required standard
• Communicate effectively so that the team understands its goals and is motivated to achieve them
• Strive at all times for 100% customer satisfaction

About Paramount Hotel New York

• A New York City landmark located just steps from Times Square
• Constructed in the French Renaissance style by Thomas W. Lamb in 1927
• Reflects the theatrical character of its neighborhood
• Two-story lobby, reflective fireplace, dramatic lighting, and rich textures
• Recently updated but retains its historical charm
• The only hotel near Broadway NYC with genuine personality
• Transformed into a social driven, loud and welcoming community hot spot

Your Rock Star Experience

• Proven experience as Chief Engineer or similar role
• Solid understanding of technical aspects of plumbing, carpentry, electrical systems etc.
• Working knowledge of facilities machines and equipment
• Experience in planning maintenance operations

Employment Requirements

• Employees must be able to furnish necessary identification providing eligibility to work in the United States as defined in the immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA)
• If hired, the employee must complete and submit an Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9) at the start of employment
• This position does not offer sponsorship of Work Visas
• Generator x Freehand is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Work Place