Assistant Director of Engineering
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Company DescriptionExperience the magic of working at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, a timeless Vancouver landmark known as the ‘Castle in the City’. With its majestic chateau-style architecture, copper green roof, and historic gargoyles, this stunning hotel has been captivating visitors since 1939. Located in the heart of downtown Vancouver on prestigious Georgia Street, the hotel is surrounded by a dynamic arts scene, vibrant shopping, exciting nightlife, and world-class dining. Join our cherished team, and be part of an unforgettable hospitality experience. You’ll help create lasting memories for our guests in a setting that’s as exceptional as you are! Job DescriptionAssistant Director of EngineeringAt the iconic Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, known as the “Castle in the City”, we don’t just maintain a building; we preserve a legacy.As Assistant Director of Engineering, you will play a critical leadership role in protecting and enhancing one of Vancouver’s most historic and celebrated luxury hotels. As the second-in-command within the Engineering Department, you will partner with the Director of Engineering to lead strategy, operations, and execution across all engineering functions.You will help ensure the seamless performance of a complex, heritage property while delivering the exceptional standards of safety, sustainability, and guest comfort that define the Fairmont experience. In the absence of the Director, you will confidently step in to lead the department.This is a hands-on leadership role for a technically strong, people-focused leader who takes pride in maintaining iconic spaces and developing high-performing teams.What’s in It for YouAn inclusive, empowering, and positive company culture where people are at the heart of everything we doCompetitive annual salary starting at $90,000, with regular salary reviews and potential salary increases based on performance, demonstrated capabilities, and market benchmarks.Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance for those meeting eligibility requirementsCompany-matched pension plan, and Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan program accessPaid time off: 15 vacation days annually (increasing with tenure), 12 statutory holidays, plus paid birthday leaveTransLink travel reimbursement programComplimentary duty meals and dry-cleaning of business attireExclusive access to the Pacific Northwest Food & Beverage Discount Program with 50% off at our dining destinations in Vancouver, Victoria, and WhistlerColleague benefit card offering discounted room and food & beverage rates at Accor properties worldwide for you and your familyComplimentary hotel stay for newly hired colleagues with breakfast for two through our BE OUR GUEST programLearning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skillsOpportunities to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activitiesThe chance to have fun at work alongside passionate hospitality professionals who are committed to making the world a more welcoming placeThe opportunity to work in a luxury hotel environment within a Vancouver heritage building with a historic legacy dating back to 1939What You Will Be DoingLeadership & OperationsAct as a trusted partner and deputy to the Director of EngineeringProvide daily leadership across engineering, maintenance, and POMEC operationsSupport and develop department leaders and frontline colleaguesServe as Acting Director of Engineering as requiredGuest Experience ExcellenceEnsure engineering operations consistently enable exceptional, personalized guest experiencesLead prompt and effective resolution of guest-related engineering concernsCollaborate with Rooms and Guest Experience teams to elevate service deliveryMaintenance & Asset StewardshipOversee preventive maintenance programs across guestrooms, public spaces, and critical systemsEnsure optimal performance of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing infrastructureBalance modern system performance with the care and preservation required in a heritage buildingDrive continuous improvement in asset protection and lifecycle planningCapital Projects & Heritage PreservationSupport the planning and execution of capital projects and renovationsContribute to long-term engineering strategy and investment planningRepresent Engineering in cross-functional project teamsFinancial StewardshipSupport budgeting, forecasting, and cost control initiativesIdentify opportunities for efficiency while maintaining luxury standardsPeople & CultureRecruit, develop, and inspire a high-performing engineering teamFoster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvementSupport colleague engagement, recognition, and career growthLead and support teams within a unionized environment, ensuring alignment with collective agreements and fostering positive labour relationsSafety, Compliance & SustainabilityEnsure full compliance with BC Building Code, Fire Code, and WorkSafeBC standardsLead emergency preparedness and risk management effortsChampion sustainability initiatives aligned with Fairmont’s environmental commitmentsSupport audit readiness including ECOSURE and LQAQualificationsWhat We’re Looking ForRequired: Power Engineer Certification (Minimum 4th Class – 2nd Class preferred)5–7+ years of engineering leadership experience in a luxury hotel or complex propertyProven success in a senior engineering leadership or deputy roleStrong technical expertise in building systems and maintenance operationsExperience managing teams, capital projects, and operational budgetsSolid knowledge of regulatory compliance, safety, and heritage property considerationsStrong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skillsExperience working in a unionized environment and interpreting collective agreements is considered an assetEngineering diploma or degree considered an assetSchedule & Operational ExpectationsParticipate in a rotating weekend coverage schedule (Saturdays and Sundays)Be available to respond to off-hours emergencies, including overnight and on scheduled days offWork occasional overnight shifts for special projects, system upgrades, or trainingWorking EnvironmentHands-on leadership role requiring mobility throughout a large, historic propertyRegular physical activity, including lifting (up to 30 lbs) and navigating ladders and stairsFast-paced environment supporting a 24/7 luxury hotel operationWork within a unionized environment; engineering colleagues are members of a collective bargaining unitCollaborate and lead effectively within the framework of a collective agreementAdditional InformationVisa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.
Why work for Accor? We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities. By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS
Job-Category: Engineering & Maintenance Job Type: Permanent Job Schedule: Full-Time
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Assistant Director of Engineering
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About the role
Company DescriptionExperience the magic of working at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, a timeless Vancouver landmark known as the ‘Castle in the City’. With its majestic chateau-style architecture, copper green roof, and historic gargoyles, this stunning hotel has been captivating visitors since 1939. Located in the heart of downtown Vancouver on prestigious Georgia Street, the hotel is surrounded by a dynamic arts scene, vibrant shopping, exciting nightlife, and world-class dining. Join our cherished team, and be part of an unforgettable hospitality experience. You’ll help create lasting memories for our guests in a setting that’s as exceptional as you are! Job DescriptionAssistant Director of EngineeringAt the iconic Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, known as the “Castle in the City”, we don’t just maintain a building; we preserve a legacy.As Assistant Director of Engineering, you will play a critical leadership role in protecting and enhancing one of Vancouver’s most historic and celebrated luxury hotels. As the second-in-command within the Engineering Department, you will partner with the Director of Engineering to lead strategy, operations, and execution across all engineering functions.You will help ensure the seamless performance of a complex, heritage property while delivering the exceptional standards of safety, sustainability, and guest comfort that define the Fairmont experience. In the absence of the Director, you will confidently step in to lead the department.This is a hands-on leadership role for a technically strong, people-focused leader who takes pride in maintaining iconic spaces and developing high-performing teams.What’s in It for YouAn inclusive, empowering, and positive company culture where people are at the heart of everything we doCompetitive annual salary starting at $90,000, with regular salary reviews and potential salary increases based on performance, demonstrated capabilities, and market benchmarks.Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance for those meeting eligibility requirementsCompany-matched pension plan, and Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan program accessPaid time off: 15 vacation days annually (increasing with tenure), 12 statutory holidays, plus paid birthday leaveTransLink travel reimbursement programComplimentary duty meals and dry-cleaning of business attireExclusive access to the Pacific Northwest Food & Beverage Discount Program with 50% off at our dining destinations in Vancouver, Victoria, and WhistlerColleague benefit card offering discounted room and food & beverage rates at Accor properties worldwide for you and your familyComplimentary hotel stay for newly hired colleagues with breakfast for two through our BE OUR GUEST programLearning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skillsOpportunities to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activitiesThe chance to have fun at work alongside passionate hospitality professionals who are committed to making the world a more welcoming placeThe opportunity to work in a luxury hotel environment within a Vancouver heritage building with a historic legacy dating back to 1939What You Will Be DoingLeadership & OperationsAct as a trusted partner and deputy to the Director of EngineeringProvide daily leadership across engineering, maintenance, and POMEC operationsSupport and develop department leaders and frontline colleaguesServe as Acting Director of Engineering as requiredGuest Experience ExcellenceEnsure engineering operations consistently enable exceptional, personalized guest experiencesLead prompt and effective resolution of guest-related engineering concernsCollaborate with Rooms and Guest Experience teams to elevate service deliveryMaintenance & Asset StewardshipOversee preventive maintenance programs across guestrooms, public spaces, and critical systemsEnsure optimal performance of HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing infrastructureBalance modern system performance with the care and preservation required in a heritage buildingDrive continuous improvement in asset protection and lifecycle planningCapital Projects & Heritage PreservationSupport the planning and execution of capital projects and renovationsContribute to long-term engineering strategy and investment planningRepresent Engineering in cross-functional project teamsFinancial StewardshipSupport budgeting, forecasting, and cost control initiativesIdentify opportunities for efficiency while maintaining luxury standardsPeople & CultureRecruit, develop, and inspire a high-performing engineering teamFoster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvementSupport colleague engagement, recognition, and career growthLead and support teams within a unionized environment, ensuring alignment with collective agreements and fostering positive labour relationsSafety, Compliance & SustainabilityEnsure full compliance with BC Building Code, Fire Code, and WorkSafeBC standardsLead emergency preparedness and risk management effortsChampion sustainability initiatives aligned with Fairmont’s environmental commitmentsSupport audit readiness including ECOSURE and LQAQualificationsWhat We’re Looking ForRequired: Power Engineer Certification (Minimum 4th Class – 2nd Class preferred)5–7+ years of engineering leadership experience in a luxury hotel or complex propertyProven success in a senior engineering leadership or deputy roleStrong technical expertise in building systems and maintenance operationsExperience managing teams, capital projects, and operational budgetsSolid knowledge of regulatory compliance, safety, and heritage property considerationsStrong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skillsExperience working in a unionized environment and interpreting collective agreements is considered an assetEngineering diploma or degree considered an assetSchedule & Operational ExpectationsParticipate in a rotating weekend coverage schedule (Saturdays and Sundays)Be available to respond to off-hours emergencies, including overnight and on scheduled days offWork occasional overnight shifts for special projects, system upgrades, or trainingWorking EnvironmentHands-on leadership role requiring mobility throughout a large, historic propertyRegular physical activity, including lifting (up to 30 lbs) and navigating ladders and stairsFast-paced environment supporting a 24/7 luxury hotel operationWork within a unionized environment; engineering colleagues are members of a collective bargaining unitCollaborate and lead effectively within the framework of a collective agreementAdditional InformationVisa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.
Why work for Accor? We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities. By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS
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