Assistant Director of Engineering

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

• 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

Qualifications

• 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

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.