Area Director of Facilities Engineer

Join Our Premier Team at Azul Hospitality!

Are you ready to be a part of an industry-leading hospitality team? Azul Hospitality, with over 15 years of excellence in third-party hotel management, is seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our dynamic team. We pride ourselves on offering a fully integrated operating platform with extensive support and resources to maximize the performance of hotels and resorts.

Area Director of Facilities Engineer

Position Purpose

The Area Director of Facilities Engineer oversees the physical infrastructure of our properties, including buildings, grounds, utilities, energy efficiency systems, and safety/security protocols. This role ensures a secure, healthy, and comfortable environment for guests and staff members.

Essential Responsibilities

This vital role manages the maintenance and operations of four hotels within one urban market, encompassing diverse mixed-use and historic structures. Key duties include:

• Operational Leadership: Responsible for the day-to-day management of engineering teams, ensuring projects are completed on time and adhere to high-quality standards. This role emphasizes the importance of cross-departmental collaboration to align engineering activities with broader organizational goals, facilitating seamless operations and effective project delivery.
• Team Management: Directly oversee facility staff, engineering managers, and team leads, ensuring effective recruitment, training, and performance evaluations. This includes guiding and supporting the team to achieve their best performance, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment, and addressing any issues that may arise.
• Facility Maintenance: Oversee the upkeep of all hotel facilities, ensuring they consistently meet the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and functionality.
• Project Oversight: Manage renovation and construction projects, coordinating with contractors to ensure that all work is completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Preventative Programs: Develop and implement maintenance programs designed to prevent equipment and building breakdowns, thereby extending their longevity.
• Budget Management: Create and manage budgets for facility maintenance and repairs, optimizing costs and improving operational efficiency.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant building maintenance and safety regulations and codes.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for improvement and implement best practices to enhance the guest experience and operational effectiveness.
• Emergency Response: Act as the primary point of contact for facilities-related emergencies, providing timely and effective responses and resolutions.
• Safety Regulations: Interpret specifications, job orders, and company policies to staff members, enforce safety regulations, and adjust work procedures to meet production schedules.
• Safety Program: Oversee the Safety Program for hotels with support from the Staff Services Department, practicing and ensuring safe work habits.
• Additional Duties: Perform all other duties as assigned or requested by the manager or supervisor.

Education Requirements

• High school or equivalent education required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience Requirements

• Strong background in Facilities and Project Management, hospitality, residential or similar commercial/public facing industry preferred.
• Experience with complex mixed-use and historic buildings is a plus.
• Three to five years of Management experience required.
• Three to five years of Engineering/Maintenance experience required.

Licenses or Certifications

• Ability to provide and maintain a valid driver’s license as the position will require the operation of motorized and electric vehicles.
• CPR certification and/or First Aid training preferred.

About Azul Hospitality

At Azul Hospitality, we are committed to providing genuine service, rigorous management, and ethical operations. Our innovative approach and dedication to excellence have positioned us as a premier independent hospitality company.

Why Azul Hospitality?

• Active Involvement: Our Principals and Senior Management are actively involved in all aspects of sales and operations.
• Diverse Portfolio: We focus on unique destinations and properties.
• San Diego Headquarters: Our corporate offices are based in beautiful San Diego, CA.

Your Future with Us

We chose hospitality because it allows us to serve others, and we hope you share this passion. At Azul Hospitality, we are committed to supporting your personal and professional goals.

Ready to embark on an exciting career journey with Azul Hospitality? Visit our website to learn more and apply today!