Assistant Chief Engineer

Accorhotel; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Accorhotel in Dubai seeks a seasoned Engineering Lead to deputise for the Director, directing MEP operations across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and BMS systems in a luxury beachfront property.

You will plan shifts, supervise maintenance, monitor compliance with Dubai regulations, manage budgets, and drive energy efficiency while mentoring a skilled team of supervisors and engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or diploma in ME, EE or building services.
• 5+ years in hotel engineering with 2+ years senior role in 5-star luxury.
• Experience in large integrated resorts with guest rooms, F&B, spa, pools.
• Strong HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety and BMS knowledge.
• Familiarity with CMMS, work orders and Opera PMS; regs in Dubai.

Responsibilities

• Deputise for the Director of Engineering and lead in their absence.
• Oversee daily operation, maintenance and repair of MEP and systems.
• Plan daily work across shifts to ensure 24/7 coverage.
• Monitor work-order system and guest/department requests to standards.
• Inspect guest rooms, F&B outlets and spa to identify issues.
• Manage PPM programme for all plant equipment and rooms.
• Maintain asset registers, OM manuals, and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with UAE safety and municipal standards.
• Lead external contractors and AMCs; manage CAPEX input.
• Develop budgets, monitor expenses, and control costs.
• Coach and develop engineering team; manage performance.
• Promote safety, training, and succession planning.

Skills

Engineering leadership

HVAC expertise

BMS knowledge

Electrical distribution

Plumbing systems

Fire & life safety

Energy management

CMMS & work orders

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Electrical or Building Services Engineering

Tools

CMMS

AutoCAD

Opera PMS

Job description

• Deputise for the Director of Engineering and assume full responsibility for the department in their absence.
• Oversee the daily operation maintenance and repair of all building MEP and engineering systems including HVAC electrical plumbing BMS lifts generators kitchen and laundry equipment pools and beach infrastructure.
• Plan and allocate daily work across engineering shifts and trades to ensure effective 24/7 coverage.
• Monitor the engineering work-order system and ensure all guest and departmental requests are completed within service standards.
• Conduct regular inspections of guest rooms public areas F&B outlets So SPA back-of-house areas and plant rooms to identify and resolve issues proactively.
• Manage and monitor the Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) programme for all plant equipment and guest rooms.
• Maintain accurate asset registers equipment records O&M manuals and technical documentation.
• Ensure proper care and protection of the hotels assets particularly in the beachfront and high-humidity environment.
• Coordinate room-out-of-order and deep-maintenance programmes with Rooms Division to minimise operational and revenue impact.
• Ensure compliance with UAE and Dubai regulatory requirements including Dubai Civil Defence Dubai Municipality and DEWA standards.
• Maintain and oversee fire and life safety systems including fire alarms sprinklers fire pumps emergency lighting and gas detection systems.
• Enforce Permit-to-Work procedures including hot work working at height confined space and electrical isolation/LOTO.
• Maintain water treatment Legionella prevention and pool/spa water quality records.
• Support Accor brand insurance and regulatory audits and ensure corrective actions are completed within deadlines.
• Participate in emergency response and crisis management procedures.
• Monitor energy water and gas consumption and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Support Accor sustainability initiatives and Dubai Sustainable Tourism requirements.
• Optimise BMS settings chiller efficiency and equipment operating hours while maintaining guest comfort.
• Manage external contractors and Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMCs) ensuring quality safety and value for money.
• Support CAPEX renovation and engineering projects from planning and tendering through to supervision snagging and handover.
• Manage engineering stores spare parts and purchasing requirements in line with hotel procurement procedures.
• Assist with the preparation of the annual engineering budget R&M forecasts and CAPEX plans.
• Monitor departmental expenses overtime and contractor costs against approved budgets.
• Lead coach and motivate the engineering team including supervisors technicians and trade specialists.
• Manage team scheduling attendance performance and disciplinary matters in partnership with Talent & Culture.
• Identify training needs and support technical safety and brand training.
• Develop talent and succession plans for key supervisory positions.
• Promote colleague engagement recognition and wellbeing within the department.
• Respond to guest concerns related to engineering and ensure prompt and professional service recovery.
• Work closely with Rooms F&B Spa Security Housekeeping and Events to support daily operations VIP arrivals and events.
• Ensure engineering colleagues maintain a professional discreet and well-presented appearance in guest areas while delivering Sofitels French-inspired luxury service standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or Diploma in Mechanical Electrical or Building Services Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 57 years of engineering experience in hotels or resorts including at least 2 years in a senior engineering role such as Assistant Chief Engineer Engineering Manager or Senior Supervisor within a 5-star luxury environment.
• Experience in large integrated resorts including guest rooms serviced apartments multiple F&B outlets spa pools and beach facilities is highly desirable.
• Pre-opening renovation or GCC hospitality experience is an advantage.
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC and chilled water systems electrical distribution plumbing fire and life safety systems and BMS.
• Familiarity with CMMS and work-order management systems as well as hotel systems and interfaces such as Opera PMS.
• Good knowledge of Dubai Civil Defence DEWA and Dubai Municipality regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office particularly Excel Word and Outlook. AutoCAD reading ability is an advantage.
• Valid UAE driving licence is preferred.
• Health and safety certifications such as NEBOSH or IOSH as well as energy management qualifications are an advantage.
• Fluent in written and spoken English. French Arabic or additional languages are an asset.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full-time