Job Description

:Job Number 24121780
Job Category Engineering & Facilities
Location The Westin Cape Town, Convention Square, Cape Town, South Africa, South Africa
Schedule Full-Time
Located Remotely? N
Relocation? N
Position Type ManagementJOB SUMMARYFUNCTION: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.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,xe2x80x8b begin your purpose, belong to an amazing globalxe2x80x8bteam, and become the best version of you.

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