Senior Director of Engineering (Cluster Role)

About the role

Four Seasons Osaka is looking for a Senior Director of Engineering in a cluster role covering Osaka and Kyoto. Reporting to the Hotel Manager / General Manager, the role provides technical support and value-added engineering oversight of the Security department, keeping guest facilities, back-of-house areas and technical infrastructure safe and in line with guest expectations. The position is based in Osaka with regular travel between the two properties.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and manage the partner maintenance company and control property, operation, maintenance and energy costs within the approved budget
• Develop the Fire Emergency Plan, run regular fire evacuation drills and keep firefighting equipment in first-class order, ensuring the Emergency Response Team knows all procedures, equipment and alarms
• Review the Perfect Room Program schedule and maintain records of malfunction reports with a remedial schedule
• Negotiate engineering projects with contractors and develop and maintain a preventive maintenance program with field inspections
• Ensure compliance with local building regulations and formulate engineering policies and procedures
• Set core engineering standards, prioritize engineering works for guest rooms and public areas while not neglecting back-of-house areas
• Prepare the annual operating budget including replacement and repair equipment, review monthly P&L statements and coordinate special and capital projects

Required profile

• Graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent engineering degree
• Minimum 5 to 6 years of experience in a similar capacity at Four Seasons or another related organization
• Service-oriented attitude reflecting Four Seasons' hospitality standard
• Working knowledge of division operations and Four Seasons' standards, policies and SOPs
• Reading, writing and oral proficiency in English and Japanese

What we offer

• Competitive salary, wages and a comprehensive benefits package
• Training and development opportunities
• Complimentary accommodation at other Four Seasons hotels and resorts
• Complimentary dry cleaning for employee uniforms and meals