Job Number 24160829
Job Category Engineering & Facilities
Location The Westin Cape Town, Convention Square, Cape Town, South Africa, South Africa VIEW ON MAP
Schedule Full-Time
Located Remotely? N
Relocation? N
Position Type Management
JOB SUMMARY FUNCTION: To provide skilled work in the installation, repair, operation and maintenance of all plumbing equipment and plant with in the hotel. Inclusive of but not limited to the installation and repair of pipes, fittings of heating ,water, drainage and HVAC systems according to specifications and plumbing codes. To ensure that all relevant plant and equipment is in adherence to local legislation and in compliance to Marriott International Policies and Procedures.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATION:
Mature, energetic and quick witted
A recognised qualification in plumbing
Preferable trade tested artisan
Valid plumbing licence
Minimum 5 years’ experience post trade test
Hospitality experience advantageous
Be flexible with regards to working hours
Ability to work independently and for long hours with little supervision
Available to work on call and respond timeously to plumbing/sanitation emergencies
Must be able to read and understand plumbing blue prints and other technical documents to assess the buildings needs and pipe/plumbing fixture plans
Be able to weld – silver solder and copper to copper applications
Conversant with various classes and sizes of copper and pvc piping and fittings
Computer skills in MS word and excel
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assemble pipe sections, tubing and fittings using couplings, clamps ,screws, bolts, cements, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing and welding equipment
To review building drawings and building codes and specifications to determine work details and equipment
Installs supports for pipes, equipment and fixtures prior installation
Assembles/replaces pipes/fittings and valves up to 160mm diameter
Keep records and maintain logs/records of assignments/work procedures to enable detailed work reports
Repair and maintain plumbing, replacing defective components, or mending compromised piping/clogged drains
Collaborates with contractors in installations/repairing of plumbing infrastructure with in hotel environs
Test plumbing and other installed fixtures to ensure proper function
Follows health and safety standards and complies to building codes
Performs inspections of plumbing systems to identify and replace worn parts
Install/repair water supply /drainage lines to commercial equipment with in hotel
Requisitions for materials required for smooth operation of plumbing/sanitation plant and equipment of hotel/plant
Assists in the verification of plumbing/sanitation spares purchased/supplied
Perform other reasonable job/duties as requested by the Chief Engineer
Be flexible in working hours
Ensures that the standards of service excellence and guest satisfaction are met and maintained
Effectively supervise and coordinate the operations in order to achieve set goals and required deadlines as deemed necessary
Effective communication, problem solving, decision making and conflict management
Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.
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At Westin, we are committed to empowering guests to regain control and enhance their well-being when they need it most while traveling, ensuring they can be the best version of themselves. To achieve the brand mission of becoming the preeminent wellness brand in hospitality, we need passionate and engaged associates to bring the brand’s unique programming to life. We want our associates to embrace their own well-being practices both on and off property. You are the ideal Westin candidate if you are passionate; you are active and take pride in how you maintain your well-being; you are optimistic; you are adventurous. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing globalteam, and become the best version of you.
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