AC Technician - Meliá Desert Palm Dubai

Meliá Hotels International; Dubai; On-site; AED 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

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Job summary

At Meliá Desert Palm Dubai, the Engineering team maintains and repairs heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems to ensure guest comfort and safety. The AC Technician supports preventive maintenance, quick response to issues, and adherence to hotel standards for quality and energy efficiency.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accurate reporting, and compliance with safety regulations while promoting sustainability and a collaborative hotel culture.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in English, including reading, writing, and speaking skills.
• At least 1 year of experience as an AC Technician, HVAC Technician, or in a similar role.
• High School Diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Good understanding of air conditioning, refrigeration, ventilation, and heating systems.
• Ability to diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults in HVAC equipment.
• Proficiency in reading technical drawings, schematics, and maintenance plans.
• Knowledge of HVAC preventive maintenance practices and safety procedures.
• Ability to work safely in hot, confined, or physically demanding environments.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration systems across the resort.
• Carry out scheduled preventive and corrective maintenance in accordance with maintenance plans and hotel standards.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults and perform effective repairs to minimise equipment downtime.
• Conduct daily inspections of HVAC equipment, record operating readings, and report any abnormalities or maintenance risks.
• Clean, adjust, and service HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance and energy efficiency.
• Respond promptly and efficiently to emergency maintenance requests.
• Maintain accurate daily maintenance records, logs, and work completion reports.
• Ensure all tools, materials, and equipment are used correctly, safely, and stored appropriately after use.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and maintenance manuals to complete repairs accurately.
• Keep the workshop and work areas clean, organised, and compliant with safety standards.
• Support the hotel's sustainability initiatives by promoting energy-efficient operation of HVAC systems and reducing waste wherever possible.
• Act as a member of the hotel's Fire Brigade, responding to emergencies and participating in fire drills and safety training.
• Communicate effectively with the Engineering leadership regarding completed work, outstanding tasks, and equipment requiring further attention.
• Follow all hotel policies, procedures, health and safety regulations, and any additional duties assigned by Hotel Management.

Skills

English proficiency

HVAC troubleshooting

Electrical diagnosis

Mechanical fault diagnosis

Safety procedures

Independent and team player

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description:

“The world is yours with Meliá”

Discover a path without limits at Meliá, where growth and development opportunities are endless. Embark on a journey that will take you to work in several countries and become part of our extended global family.

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Tucked away within a lush polo estate in Dubai, Meliá Desert Palm is a luxury urban resort where wellness, personalised service, and meaningful experiences come together.

At Meliá Desert Palm Dubai, our Engineering team plays a vital role in ensuring every guest enjoys a comfortable and seamless stay. From maintaining the resort's climate control systems to responding swiftly to technical issues, our team works behind the scenes to keep our facilities operating safely and efficiently.

We are looking for a skilled and dependable AC Technician to join our Engineering team, maintaining and repairing the resort's heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and guest comfort.

What will you be doing?

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration systems across the resort.
• Carry out scheduled preventive and corrective maintenance in accordance with maintenance plans and hotel standards.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults and perform effective repairs to minimise equipment downtime.
• Conduct daily inspections of HVAC equipment, record operating readings, and report any abnormalities or maintenance risks.
• Clean, adjust, and service HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance and energy efficiency.
• Respond promptly and efficiently to emergency maintenance requests.
• Maintain accurate daily maintenance records, logs, and work completion reports.
• Ensure all tools, materials, and equipment are used correctly, safely, and stored appropriately after use.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and maintenance manuals to complete repairs accurately.
• Keep the workshop and work areas clean, organised, and compliant with safety standards.
• Support the hotel's sustainability initiatives by promoting energy-efficient operation of HVAC systems and reducing waste wherever possible.
• Act as a member of the hotel's Fire Brigade, responding to emergencies and participating in fire drills and safety training.
• Communicate effectively with the Engineering leadership regarding completed work, outstanding tasks, and equipment requiring further attention.
• Follow all hotel policies, procedures, health and safety regulations, and any additional duties assigned by Hotel Management.

What are we looking for?

• Proficiency in English, including reading, writing, and speaking skills.
• At least 1 year of experience as an AC Technician, HVAC Technician, or in a similar role.
• High School Diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Good understanding of air conditioning, refrigeration, ventilation, and heating systems.
• Ability to diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults in HVAC equipment.
• Proficiency in reading technical drawings, schematics, and maintenance plans.
• Knowledge of HVAC preventive maintenance practices and safety procedures.
• Ability to work safely in hot, confined, or physically demanding environments.
• Physically fit and capable of lifting heavy equipment when required.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Flexible, reliable, and able to respond effectively to operational and emergency maintenance requirements.

At Meliá Hotels International, we are committed to equal opportunities between women and men in the workplace, with the commitment of management and the principles contained in Human Resources policies. We also prioritize disseminating throughout the entire staff a corporate culture committed to effective equality, and raising awareness about the need to act jointly and globally.

We promote our commitment to equality and diversity, avoiding any kind of dicrimination, especially related to reasons of disability, race, religion, gender, or age. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees are essential for our success as a global company.

Additionally, we support the sustainable growth of our industry through a socially responsible team. In this sense, our motto is "Towards a sustainable future, from a responsible present". Thanks to al our collaborators, we make it possible.