Electrician – Hotel Engineering

About the role

A hotel is looking for an electrician to join its Engineering team. The role covers electrical maintenance and repairs, installation and improvement of electrical systems, preventive maintenance and energy management, and safety and compliance across the property.

Key responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain and repair electrical systems, wiring, equipment and components, including lighting, power outlets and appliances
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on panels, generators, transformers, UPS systems and other electrical equipment
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults in HVAC systems, kitchen equipment, cold rooms and refrigerators
• Record daily readings, carry out routine checks and respond quickly to breakdowns and maintenance requests
• Install and maintain wiring, switches, sockets, circuit breakers, lighting fixtures and other components, and assist with installation, modification and commissioning of new equipment
• Recommend improvements to electrical systems and support initiatives to reduce energy consumption and utility costs
• Carry out scheduled preventive maintenance in line with the hotel's POMEC program and Engineering standards, and monitor energy consumption and utility expenditure
• Follow electrical safety regulations, inspect for hazards, maintain emergency lighting, fire alarm systems, generators and backup power systems, and report unsafe conditions immediately
• Support the Engineering Supervisor, Duty Engineer and Chief Engineer, prepare spare-parts lists, liaise with contractors and keep electrical rooms and plant rooms clean and safe
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, maintenance activities and completed work, and report major faults and recurring issues

Required profile

• Strong practical knowledge of electrical systems, wiring, equipment and fault finding
• Ability to read and interpret electrical diagrams, schematics, technical drawings and blueprints
• Good understanding of preventive maintenance and electrical safety
• Team player who works well under pressure and responds to emergencies
• Comfortable working in guest rooms, kitchens, plant rooms, basements and rooftops, and physically able to climb ladders and work in confined spaces
• Flexible to work shifts, weekends, public holidays and on-call duties

Required skills

• Electrical panels, generators, transformers, UPS systems and emergency power systems
• HVAC, kitchen equipment and refrigeration electrical components
• Use of electrical testing tools and maintenance equipment