Building Maintenance Engineer

Al Khoory Hotels; Dubai; On-site; AED 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality is seeking a skilled Maintenance Manager to oversee the maintenance of its properties. This role involves coordinating maintenance activities, supervising staff, and ensuring all facilities are in top condition. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and over 5 years of experience in building maintenance, including managerial experience. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to the seamless operation of a leading hotel chain, ensuring guest satisfaction through well-maintained facilities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Building Maintenance or related field.
• Knowledge of maintenance procedures and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise maintenance of facilities and equipment.
• Conduct inspections and ensure proper condition of all properties.

Skills

Building Maintenance

Civil Engineering

Cost Estimation

Supervision

Safety Practices

Education

Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Maintenance Tools

Job description

• Coordination and supervision of general maintenance and inspection of facilities and equipment in various properties maintained by the Company.
• Ensure that all electrical, plumbing and mechanical facilities of all properties are in proper condition by conducting constant inspection.
• Provide assistance to the Manager to ensure a constant level of technical competency are strictly enforced.
• Establish priorities and time frames for maintenance work; ensuring completion of work according to priorities and within time frames.
• Supervise maintenance staff by determining equitable distribution of workload schedules. Preparing staff performance report to be submitted to the Maintenance Manager.
• Ensure consistent and efficient maintenance by conducting random inspections of various maintenance and civil work in all properties.
• Prepare reports and conduct studies of varying complexity on maintenance and civil work activities.
• Estimate cost of supplies, materials and / or equipment required in various maintenance works. Request quotations and negotiate prices from suppliers and / or sub-contractors.
• Resolve various maintenance problems. Participate in after-hours emergency standby.

Qualifications and Skills :

• Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering with more than 5 years’ experience in Building Maintenance or field related work in maintenance, including Managerial level of experience.
• Knowledge of standard procedures in maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment; general knowledge of materials, tools and methods related to civil construction. Skills in cost estimates of materials and supply needs for maintenance projects and construction.
• Knowledge of Safety practices and principles related to maintenance activities.
• Knowledge of effective supervision of a variety of individuals from various backgrounds using sound judgment within general procedural guidelines.