Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino is located on the southwest coast of the Peloponnese, one of the most unspoiled and breath-taking landscapes in the Mediterranean, and 45 minutes’ drive from Kalamata International Airport.

The beachfront resort is part of the sustainable resort destination of Costa Navarino, a well-established tourism destination which includes 3 other resorts. It comprises 99 guest rooms, including 48 pool villas, all with outdoor terraces and sea views, along with five restaurants and bars.

Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino is an exclusive resort hideaway in Greece, providing the best of barefoot luxury art of living.

Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino differentiates itself from other resorts through a flawless execution paired with offering of creative bespoke experiences tailormade for each guest. Exceptional staff will truly delight and satisfy each and every guest with our exemplary Legendary Quality Services emphasizing a sense of place mixed with our Oriental heritage.

Scope of Position:

The Assistant Chief Engineer is responsible for the safety and comfort of all guests, colleagues and visitors of Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino and the maintenance and repair of all hotel assets. The Ass. Chief Engineer will take full responsibility for supervising in-house engineers to enforce engineering policies and procedures in accordance with mandarin oriental corporate guidelines and ensure compliance to all local, state, and federal regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides supervisory guidance and supports to all Engineering colleagues within the Engineering Department.
• Creates a safe and secure environment for our guests and colleagues by ensuring full compliance with MOHG’s Safe & Sound guidelines as well as assisting the Director of Engineering in maintaining the physical asset to Local codes.
• Assists in the development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures for the Department.
• Assists in the creation and implementation of Rooms, Spa & Public area Preventative Maintenance programs.
• Assists in the development and training of all employees on all OSHA related rules and regulations.
• Effectively communicates upward, downward, and laterally.
• Performs daily administration of the facilities main operating systems.
• Assists in the compliance of all the fire life safety policies and procedures.
• Assists in training of all colleagues in emergency procedure preparedness.
• Ensures Shift Engineers are performing daily rounds of central plants, BMS, Inn Comm as well as other mechanical systems.
• Be responsible for the day-to-day operation of The Engineering Department.
• Ensures Engineering Colleagues always comply with the hotel’s rule and regulations.
• Adds support to the Engineers to complete routine assignments.
• Performs tasks and duties as assigned by the Chief Engineer and respond to directions given by any Executive Committee member.
• Sets example for all Engineering Colleagues to emulate by strictly following all hotel and departmental policies.

Qualifications / Experience:

• Higher Diploma or Certificate in Building Services / Engineering
• Minimum 4 years of relevant working experience in a similar position
• Holder of Electrical Worker License of Grade A or above and Construction Industry Safety Training Certificate are required.
• Demonstrate experience and knowledge when planning and executing work so that it is completed in a professional manner without disturbance to guest or operating departments.
• Demonstrate competence in the efficient and effective repair, maintenance, and operating procedures to comply with MOHG and regulatory requirements as well as sound engineering practices.
• Fluency in English & Greek.

Benefits

We offer exciting benefits including and not limited to:

•    Accommodation walking distance to the Resort/ transportation provided when accommodation is further away in Methoni.
•    Medical Private Insurance for all Colleagues
•    Free meals at Colleagues' Dining
•    Free laundry for uniforms
•    Colleague recognition and reward program
•    Learning & Development Program
•    Task force Opportunities across the Group of Mandarin Oriental
•    Colleague Social events and Wellness programs
•    Various discounts provided within the Resort and in the nearby area
           - MORate: Experience any Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group in the world at a special rate
           - MOComp: Complimentary room nights and a selection of additional benefits and  discounts through our new MOcomp benefits program