Shift Engineer, Full-Time (Parental Leave Contract | October 2026 - February 2027)

Company Description

Fairmont Waterfront redefines hospitality with Pure Coastal Luxury. Our award-winning hotel, nestled on Vancouver's stunning waterfront, is consistently celebrated by top publications like Conde Naste Traveler and recognized as a Great Place to Work® Canada for a second consecutive year. We are Industry leaders in sustainability & embody our commitment to our community, featuring Vancouver's first green roof & rooftop apiary.

Our Culture is strongly rooted in diversity, inclusion, professional growth and development - over 60% of promotions are from within. We are committed to empowering ambitious individuals to thrive. If you're a visionary who shares our values and passion for excellence, join us to help shape the future of luxury hospitality.

Why work at Fairmont Waterfront?

*full-time and part-time permanent status colleagues

Responsibilities

Consistently offer professional, engaging and friendly service; Health & Safety conscious, actively involved in maintaining a safe work environment including inspection of all areas of the property for safety issues and taking immediate corrective action; Service and repair duties of guestrooms, public areas, and heart of house; Minor equipment repairs, HVAC servicing and filter changes; Caulking washrooms, bathrooms and repair and replacement of bathroom fixtures, and minor plumbing; Daily swimming pool test and chemical balancing when assigned; Inspect and perform preventative maintenance on property’s facilities and equipment; Assist guests regarding hotel equipment e.g. TV's as needed; Active participation in our environmental program and sustainable operations; Daily system checks when assigned; Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Previous maintenance experience in areas such as painting, plumbing, tiling and carpentry, across a large commercial building or similar is preferred; Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities; Highly responsible and reliable, able to work safely with minimum supervision and be able to prioritize tasks; Excellent guest service skills with an eye for detail and mechanical aptitude needed; Team oriented with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Good command of the English language required; Class 4 ticket an asset; Must be available to work a variety of shifts, including mornings, evenings, overnights, weekends, overtime shifts and holidays

Benefits

Sustainability and community commitment - recognized with 5 Green Leaves Certification rating from Green Key Global since 2011; Empowering Women in Leadership - More than 50% of leadership team including Executive Level, are women; Celebrating Diversity - our team represents over 60+ countries, fostering an inclusive and global community; Strong Culture of Belonging for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community providing year-round support, including gender inclusive change rooms; Generous perks - Enjoy discounted rates at over 5,800 Accor hotels worldwide through our Colleague Travel Discount Program* food & beverage discounts, transit reimbursement program for Trans Link monthly passes, subsidized meal during your shift through our colleague dining program; Comprehensive Benefits - through our Benefit Plan* including medical, dental and vision coverage, Pension Plan, and more!; Dining Discounts - Get 50% off at our dining establishments in Vancouver, Victoria and Whistler through our Food & Beverage Discount Program; Opportunities to grow at Fairmont Waterfront and across the world at over 5,800 properties with Accor Group; Exclusive Experiences - One free stay through our Be Our Guest Program; Full rate of pay $36.71 per hour following 90 days of service