Assistant Chief Engineer

Hilton Hotels; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Assistant Chief Engineer to oversee maintenance operations, ensure safety standards, and manage renovation projects. The ideal candidate will have advanced engineering knowledge and a commitment to exceptional customer service. This role requires flexibility, independence, and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of building management/engineering.
• Previous experience in a management role.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintenance issues within the hotel.
• Conduct lift emergency release procedures as required.
• Coordinate renovation bidding and oversee contractors.

Skills

Customer Service

Flexibility

Pressure Management

Independence

Education

Vocational training in engineering

Job description

As an Assistant Chief Engineer, you will be responsible for all maintenance issues within the hotel, daily, maintenance checks, and repairing mechanical equipment to deliver an excellent Guest and Team Member experience. An Assistant Chief Engineer will also be required to coordinate renovation projects and develop emergency programs. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Responsible for maintenance issues within the hotel
• Perform daily checks around the hotel
• Conduct lift emergency release procedures as required
• Diagnose, maintain, and repair mechanical equipment within the hotel
• Ensure good relationships are built with internal and external customers
• Maintenance of all hotel fixtures and fittings to ensure they are in safe condition and take action when any unsafe situations arise
• Develop, implement, and direct all emergency programs
• Develop, implement and manage energy conservation programs for the property to minimize expenses
• Coordinate renovation bidding, define the cost and scope of the project, and oversee the general contractor and subcontractors to ensure quality work is performed cost effectively
• Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned
• Responsible for the health and safety of the hotel
• Ensure monthly safety inspections take place and employees are trained accordingly

Desired Candidate Profile

What are we looking for?

An Assistant Chief Engineer serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

• Advanced knowledge of building management/engineering
• Committed to delivering a high level of customer service
• Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work on their own
• Previous experience in a management role

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• First Aid
• Vocational training in engineering or similar field

Company Industry

• Hotels
• Hospitality

Department / Functional Area

Keywords

• Assistant Chief Engineer

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