Handyman

JOB SUMMARY Reporting directly to the Chief Engineer, the successful incumbent will be required to maintain the appearance of the built environment including but not exclusive to all guest rooms, public and back of house areas, paint and wood, plumbing, heating, furniture and fittings and basic electrical repairs as well as maintain the quality and standards of the Westin Cape Town CANDIDATE PROFILE Education and Experience

4-5 years’ experience in a similar position Must be prepared to work shifts and weekend duty departmental cycles and after hours coverage of the hotel maintenance as per operational requirements essential Professional disposition Ability to speak, read and write in the English language Good communication skills Ability to work without supervision Customer and Service Delivery focused Ability to perform physically challenging tasks Ensure uniform, personal appearance and hygiene is clean and professional at all times Be able to work within a team Attention to detail pertaining to area of responsibility

CRITICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Complete all daily duties as set out in departmental duties and requirements. Be conversant with the BMS for the effective control of utilities. Operation and maintenance of all equipment pertaining to heating, air-conditioning electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems. To control abuse and breakages of equipment and to ensure all equipment and tools are handled and stored correctly. To be familiar with and understand the use of all spares and tools under positions control. Participation in and contribution to the effective implementation and completion to standards of preventative maintenance programs for the hotel. Be prepared to perform other duties comparable to the above as these only describe primary.

General Maintenance

Display basic proficiency in the following categories: air conditioning and refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, pneumatic/electronic systems and controls, carpentry and finish skills, kitchen equipment, vehicles, energy conservation, and/or general building. Perform all surface preparation and painting, minor drywall and wood trim repair, light bulb and A/C filter replacement and the complete and thorough clean up of the painting or repair area. Test, troubleshoot, and perform basic repair on all types of equipment, plumbing (e.g., plunge toilets and unclog drains), electrical components including lamps, cosmetic items, extension cords, vacuum cleaners, internet devices, replace electrical switches and outlets, and program TV's. Perform repairs on interior and exterior landscaping as well as external landscaping sprinklers. Perform general housekeeping and engineering-related inventory duties.

Accident Prevention and Safety

Follow company and department safety and security policies and procedures to promote a clean, safe, and secure environment. Complete appropriate safety training and certifications to perform work tasks. Follow policies and procedures for the safe operation and storage of tools, equipment, and machines. Follow Hazardous Material Management Program procedures for handling and disposing of chemicals, fertilizer, pesticides, blood borne pathogens, etc., including using Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). Use proper equipment, wear appropriate personal protective clothing (PPE), and employ correct lifting procedures, as necessary, to avoid injury. Use the Lockout/Tagout system before performing any maintenance work. Identify and correct unsafe work procedures or conditions and/or report them to management and security/safety personnel.

Maintain a working knowledge of fire sprinkler and emergency power systems and be familiar with the duties and responsibilities of the Fire and Emergency Rescue Teams.

Follow property specific procedures for handling emergency situations (e.g., Fire and Emergency Response Team, evacuations, medical emergencies, natural disasters) in