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Additional Information

Employee Benefits:

Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks, including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont & Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts, and added luxuries to enhance your experience. We believe in taking care of our team, ensuring that your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits.

What is in it for you:

• Annual salary of $135,000 - $145,000 depending on experience.
• Eligible for annual incentive bonus program.
• Employee travel program offering discounted rates in Fairmont’s and Accor worldwide.
• Parking/Commuting Discounts.
• Paid meal breaks with complimentary meals served in our Staff Dining room.
• Learning programs through our Academies.
• Medical, dental, vison insurance available for all full-time colleagues and their families. Additional supplemental insurance available. Free base employee only medical insurance.
• 401K Retirement plans with a 4% match for all colleagues.
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• Fun, elegant atmosphere with amazing colleagues!

Our Values

Respect: We value the needs, ideas and individuality of others. We treat everyone with fairness and dignity.

Excellence: We make genuine connections, and we cherish every opportunity to make the people around us feel special.

Belonging: We celebrate our differences. We support each other and we always stand together.

Empowerment: We have authority to take initiative and anticipate moments that create unforgettable experiences.

Integrity: We build trust through mutual respect and being authentic.

Diversity & Inclusion

Fairmont is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.

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

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Company Description

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

Join a dynamic team and be part of a network of 90 spectacular properties, and 34 more in the pipeline, in 30 countries around the globe. Our properties are located from the beaches of Hawaii, to the unspoiled national parks of Canada, to the heart of London, to the deserts of the United Arab Emirates.

About Fairmont Olympic Hotel Since 1924, the Fairmont Olympic Hotel has stood at the center of Seattle, not just geographically, but culturally. Generations of guests have arrived and left as part of the story: dignitaries and rock stars, brides and business titans, locals marking milestones they'll tell their grandchildren about.

Our colleagues don't just work here. They hold the keys, to a guest's first unforgettable Seattle visit, to a memory that outlasts the stay, to the moments that make the us the Olympic.

Join the legacy. A century of stories has been written here; become part of what's written next.

About the Application Process:

At Fairmont, we want to bring out your highest potential. Shortly after applying, you will receive an email from our partner AssessFirst prompting you to create a profile and complete a questionnaire. This is a mandatory step for your candidacy to be considered as it enables us to explore your compatibility with this role and our culture of luxury excellence.

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Job Description

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Fairmont Olympic as our new Director of Engineering! Are you a skilled and experienced engineering professional with a proven track record in overseeing maintenance and facility operations? Fairmont Olympic Hotel is seeking an accomplished and strategic Director of Engineering to lead our engineering team. If you possess exceptional technical expertise, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for maintaining a world-class facility, we invite you to take on this pivotal role and shape the future of our esteemed establishment!

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership: Provide leadership and direction to the engineering team, ensuring optimal performance, productivity, and guest satisfaction.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement engineering strategies to enhance facility operations and achieve organizational goals.
• Budget Management: Manage the engineering department budget effectively, optimizing resources and controlling costs.
• Maintenance Oversight: Oversee the maintenance and repair of all mechanical, electrical, and structural components of the hotel to ensure smooth operations and safety.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, regulations, and safety standards to maintain a safe and compliant facility.
• Project Management: Lead and oversee engineering-related projects, renovations, and capital improvements.
• Vendor Management: Build and maintain relationships with vendors and contractors, ensuring quality service and cost-effective solutions.
• Team Development: Mentor and develop the engineering team, fostering a culture of collaboration, growth, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or relevant certifications are a plus.
• Experience: Extensive experience in engineering and maintenance, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role.
• Must hold valid authorization to work in the USA.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.