Assistant Director of Engineering

Hilton; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 167,400 - 223,200; Full time

Job summary

Hilton in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Assistant Director of Engineering responsible for maintaining hotel facilities and delivering excellent guest experiences. This role involves overseeing maintenance, conducting daily checks, managing renovation projects, and ensuring a safe environment for guests and staff.

The ideal candidate has advanced building management skills, a positive attitude, and experience in a management role. Join Hilton to contribute to exceptional hospitality and service.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of building management/engineering.
• Previous experience in a management role.
• First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure maintenance issues are addressed within the hotel.
• Perform daily checks and repair mechanical equipment.
• Coordinate renovation projects and manage budgets.

Skills

Building management

Communication skills

Customer service

Positive attitude

Flexibility

Ability to work under pressure

Independent work

Education

Vocational training in engineering or similar field

Director-level experience

Job description

EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans

An Assistant Director of Engineering is responsible for all maintenance issues within the hotel to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience while performing daily checks repairing equipment and coordinating renovation projects.

What will I be doing

As an Assistant Director of Engineering you will be responsible for all maintenance issues within the hotel daily maintenance checks and repairing mechanical equipment to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. An Assistant Director of Engineering 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

What are we looking for

An Assistant Director of Engineering 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
• Positive attitude
• Good communication skills
• Committed to delivering a high level of customer service
• Excellent grooming standards
• 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

What will it be like to work for Hilton

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations service amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

Required Experience: Director