Maintenance Officer

Efezi Southsea Nigeria Limited, established in 2009, is a hospitality consultancy firm specializing in providing expert services to small and medium-sized hotels. We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Maintenance Officer

Location: Bonny Island, Rivers

The officer must be technically competent, proactive, hardworking, safety-conscious and capable of identifying and resolving maintenance problems before they become major faults.

Key Duties

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Responsibilities

General Maintenance and Repairs: Carry out routine repairs and maintenance across the hotel. Inspect guest rooms, offices, public areas and other facilities regularly. Identify faults and attend to maintenance complaints promptly. Repair faulty doors, locks, taps, showers, toilets and other fittings. Monitor the condition of furniture, fittings and hotel equipment. Ensure all maintenance work is properly completed. Report major technical problems requiring external contractors. Electrical Maintenance: Monitor electrical installations and distribution systems. Repair minor electrical faults where qualified and authorised. Check lighting systems, bulbs, switches, sockets and electrical fittings. Monitor electrical panels and circuit breakers. Ensure adequate lighting in guest rooms and public areas. Report electrical hazards immediately. Ensure electrical installations are handled safely. Generator and Power Management: Monitor the operation of hotel generators. Check generator oil, coolant, fuel and other essential operating conditions. Monitor diesel consumption and maintain accurate usage records. Ensure generators are serviced according to schedule. Report unusual noise, overheating, leakage or mechanical faults. Maintain generator running-hour records. Ensure alternative power arrangements are properly coordinated. Plumbing and Water Supply: Monitor the hotel's water supply systems. Repair leaking taps, pipes, showers and toilets. Ensure water pumps and pumping systems are functional. Monitor water storage tanks and distribution systems. Check for water leakages and drainage problems. Ensure bathrooms and toilets are in proper working condition. Report major plumbing problems promptly. Air Conditioning and Refrigeration: Monitor the condition of air-conditioning systems in guest rooms and public areas. Ensure AC units are functioning properly. Clean or arrange servicing of AC filters. Identify unusual noises, cooling problems and water leakages. Monitor refrigerators and freezers in the kitchen and bar. Report faults requiring specialised technical attention. Preventive Maintenance: Develop and implement a preventive maintenance schedule. Conduct routine inspections of hotel facilities. Identify potential equipment failures before breakdowns occur. Ensure generators, pumps, AC units and other equipment are serviced regularly. Maintain maintenance records and service history. Recommend replacement of obsolete or damaged equipment. Swimming Pool and General Facilities: Where applicable: Monitor swimming pool pumps and filtration systems. Ensure pool equipment is functional. Coordinate with responsible personnel on water treatment and hygiene. Inspect external lighting, walkways and recreational facilities. Ensure public facilities are safe and properly maintained. Safety and Emergency Management: Identify and report safety hazards. Ensure fire extinguishers and emergency equipment are accessible. Monitor emergency lighting and electrical safety. Respond promptly to urgent maintenance situations. Ensure tools and equipment are safely stored. Follow appropriate safety procedures when carrying out repairs. Prevent guests and unauthorised staff from accessing hazardous work areas. Maintenance Tools and Inventory Control: Maintain proper records of maintenance tools and materials. Ensure tools are properly stored and accounted for. Prepare requisitions for spare parts and maintenance materials. Monitor usage of maintenance supplies. Avoid unnecessary wastage of materials. Report damaged, missing or faulty tools. Ensure purchases are approved before procurement. Departmental Coordination and Reporting: The Maintenance Officer must work closely with: Hotel Manager: For maintenance priorities, approvals and operational reporting. Housekeeping: For room defects, plumbing problems, faulty fittings and guest room inspections. Front Office: For guest complaints involving room facilities. Kitchen: For faulty cookers, refrigerators, freezers and other kitchen equipment. Security: For safety hazards and emergency situations. Accounts/Storekeeper: For maintenance purchases, materials and expenditure records. Salary N100,000 monthly.