Assistant Manager, Facilities, Atlantis The Palm

Atlantis Resorts; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food & beverage privileges

Discounted rates at Kerzner properties

Comprehensive health insurance (with.d

Annual flights home

Life insurance

Incentive program

Colleague wellness initiatives

Job summary

Atlantis, The Palm, a Kerzner International luxury resort on Palm Jumeirah, seeks an experienced Assistant Manager - Automation. The role focuses on maintaining and improving automation systems for water rides, ALSS, and facility infrastructure, with ownership of control system integrity and documentation.

The candidate will lead troubleshooting, software development, commissioning support, and collaboration with Operations, Maintenance, Electrical, and MEP teams, leveraging

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation/Automation engineering or related discipline.
• 10–12 years hands-on experience in industrial automation and control systems.
• Experience with PLC programming, commissioning, and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe, reliable operation of automation and control systems for water rides, attractions, and ALSS.
• Troubleshoot faults in PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, instrumentation, and networks.
• Develop, test, and maintain PLC/HMI software and perform commissioning support.
• Coordinate with OEMs, suppliers and system integrators for troubleshooting and upgrades.
• Maintain technical records, RCA documentation, and preventive maintenance plans.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI systems

Industrial networks

Electrical troubleshooting

Automation engineering

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Schneider Electric

Job description

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A part of Kerzner International, a global leader in luxury hospitality, Atlantis, The Palm is a world where iconic stays, legendary adventures, and the boldest flavours all come together to transport guests to A World Away.

The iconic resort, located on the crescent of Palm Island, features 1,544 Rooms, Suites, and Signature Suites, each designed with thoughtful details inspired by the sea. It is the ultimate destination for world-class dining, bringing together some of the most renowned celebrity chefs and Michelin-starred restaurants.

The resort is also home to unforgettable experiences, from record-breaking thrills at the world’s largest waterpark to stunning views of 65,000 marine animals in the aquarium, and close encounters with resident Indo-Pacific dolphins at Dolphin Bay.

Behind this extraordinary destination are over 6,000 colleagues from 129 nationalities. Together, we foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where talent is nurtured, wellbeing is prioritised, and careers truly thrive.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager - Automation with a minimum of 10-12 years of hands-on experience in industrial automation, control systems, and electrical troubleshooting. The role is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, improving, and supporting automation systems related to water rides, attractions, Animal Life Support Systems (ALSS), and associated facility infrastructure. The successful candidate should have strong practical experience in PLC systems, industrial communication networks, VFDs, electrical control systems, commissioning support, preventive maintenance, and reliability improvement. The role also requires ownership of technical documentation, control system integrity, OEM coordination, critical spares, compliance support, and team competency development.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintain the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of automation and control systems supporting water rides, attractions, ALSS, and associated facility systems.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and rectify faults in PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, instrumentation, electrical control systems, safety circuits, and industrial communication networks.
• Develop, modify, test, and maintain PLC/HMI software.
• Perform commissioning, SAT support, functional testing, software validation, and post-commissioning troubleshooting.
• Analyze drawings, schematics, I/O lists, and network architectures to resolve system issues.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and maintain technical records.
• Develop and improve preventive maintenance strategies, inspection checklists, and automation standards.
• Maintain software backups, revision history, fault logs, and engineering documentation.
• Provide recommendations for replacement, retrofit, modernization, and lifecycle improvements.
• Support CAPEX/OPEX planning and automation asset lifecycle management.
• Coordinate with OEMs, suppliers, and system integrators for troubleshooting, upgrades, retrofit works, and technical support.
• Configure and maintain industrial communication networks.
• Manage critical automation spare parts and inventory.
• Support inspections, audits, and certification-related activities.
• Provide technical support during breakdowns and planned shutdowns.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Electrical, Mechanical, MEP, and ALSS teams.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Instrumentation, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10-12 years of hands-on experience in industrial automation and control systems.
• Proven experience in PLC programming, troubleshooting, commissioning, and industrial electrical systems.
• Experience working in critical operational environments.
• Experience with water rides, amusement attractions, aquatic facilities, or ALSS will be highly regarded.
• PLC & HMI Systems: Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, or equivalent.
• Variable Frequency Drives: ABB, Siemens, PowerFlex, Danfoss, or similar.
• Industrial Communication Networks: EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, PROFIBUS, Modbus TCP/IP, Modbus RTU, OPC, or similar.
• Electrical & Control Systems: MCCs, control panels, instrumentation, power distribution, and control schematics.
• Automation Documentation: Software backups, fault logs, RCA records, and technical documentation.
• Reliability & Asset Management: Preventive maintenance, lifecycle planning, critical spares, retrofit, obsolescence, and CAPEX/OPEX support.

We offer a competitive, tax-free salary paid in UAE Dirhams (AED).

• generous food and beverage privileges
• exclusive discounted rates at all Kerzner properties worldwide
• comprehensive health insurance (with dental coverage)
• annual flights home
• life insurance
• an incentive program
• a variety of colleague wellness and social initiatives

With a strong emphasis on learning and development, colleagues at Atlantis enjoy access to world-class training, career mobility, and internal growth opportunities across the Kerzner portfolio - making this an ideal environment for ambitious individuals seeking a long-term, fulfilling career in luxury hospitality. Join the A-Team and discover the extraordinary.