Maintenance Supervisor at Swahili Recruitment
About the job
Hotel Maintenance Supervisor
Description
- This is a full-time, on-site role located at a leading boutique hotel in Nairobi, Kenya.
- The Maintenance Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing all maintenance and repair operations as well as ensuring that all of the facilities, equipment, and systems are in excellent condition to provide guests with a comfortable and safe stay.
- This role requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with excellent communication and management skills plus the tact of overseeing a varied group of technicians, fundis & gardening staff.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or Higher Diploma in Engineering, Facilities Management, Electrical, Electronics or a related field
- 6+ years of experience in building maintenance, facilities management, or construction
- Proficiency in the use of hand and power tools, and knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems
- Experience leading a team of maintenance fundis, with strong hands-on leadership and communication skills
- Must have experience with use of Microsoft Word and Excel and be a good communicator on Email
- Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and flexibility to work in a dynamic hotel environment
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical staff
- Successful candidate should have no issues with working long hours (including nights, weekends and holidays) in order to achieve the hotel’s goals
- Conversational knowledge of the Kiswahili language is essential
- Experience in the hospitality industry is a MAJOR advantage
Note:
- Due to high volume of applications; only those shortlisted will receive a response