Carpenter

FAIRMONT; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel chain in Dubai is seeking a skilled Carpenter responsible for maintaining and repairing furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E). The applicant should have at least 5 years of experience in a civil technician role, preferably within the hospitality industry. The position demands proficiency in carpentry, the ability to work independently, and strong interpersonal skills. This role requires adherence to safety protocols while also being creative in problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Proficient in carpentry, interior design and FF&E repair.
• Ability to use general repair tools, read shop drawings, and estimate materials.
• Independent worker with good interpersonal skills.
• Creative and pro-active problem solver.
• Energetic and dynamic personality.
• High school graduate with technical or trades certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform carpentry jobs and maintain FF&E.
• Respond to health and safety work requests promptly.
• Follow environmentally friendly practices.
• Maintain a log book highlighting problems and solutions.
• Participate in departmental meetings and emergency response team.

Job description

Company Description

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We are more than 240 000 women and men who share something unique. Each and every day we host the world. We care for millions of people. We are all moved by curiosity. We love blending cultures. We are proud of our differences
Yes, we lead the way. But we want to go further, with audacity, with imagination, with passion.

Raffles the Palm

Raffles the Palm Dubai is on the western crescent of Palm Jumeirah, the world’s largest manmade island and archipelago. This luxurious five-star hotel with 353 spacious rooms, suites and villas is embellished with hand‑crafted Italian touches and offset by carefully selected amenities to complete the atmosphere of elegance. Guests can enjoy panoramic views, a private beach, state‑of‑the‑art entertainment and recreational facilities, including specialist boutiques, a VIP movie theatre, signature and private restaurants complemented by exquisite banqueting and conference spaces.

When visiting Raffles, guests will discover the individual personality and story offered by the hotel. At the essence of every Raffles is the delivery of thoughtful, personal and discreet service to well‑travelled guests. Raffles Hotels & Resorts is an award‑winning, luxury international hotel company with a history dating back to 1887 with the opening of Raffles Hotel, Singapore. The portfolio currently comprises nearly twenty luxurious properties, from secluded resorts to city hotels in key locations around the world.

Job Description

The Carpenter position is assigned to perform carpentry jobs. This position would be responsible for the maintenance and repair of interior design, furniture, fixtures and equipment (FF&E) cosmetic appearances for the hotel facility. Examples would include wooden furniture, doors and locks, flooring, carpet and rugs, construction work orders and repairs as required. He will be responsible for the completion of other services or duties as requested by the Director of Engineering.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Performs works following safe work practices and procedures
• Responds immediately to all work requests which concern Health and Safety
• Ensures environmentally friendly practices are followed when handling chemicals, paints, varnishes, strippers, and other finishing products
• Responds to guest requests promptly in a professional and courteous manner
• Maintains and repairs all civil, interior design, and Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment finishes
• Ensures the optimum condition and appearance all civil, interior design, and Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment finishes by following the preventive maintenance program
• Evaluates and appropriately responds to equipment usage
• Completes all work orders with due diligence
• Daily Maintains the Civil log book highlighting problems and solutions; and activities
• Maintain equipment catalog and finishes/color directories
• Actively participates in the monthly departmental meeting by providing feedback and offering suggestions for improvement
• Completes tasks as assigned by Civil Supervisor, PPM or Maintenance Engineers.
• Reports and documents potential safety hazards
• Participates as directed in the emergency response team

Qualifications

• Proficient in all manner of carpentry, interior design and FF&E repair, refurbishment, and maintenance plus basic knowledge of one other building operations skill set.
• The ability to use all general repair tools, read shop drawings and specifications, make rough estimates of required materials.
• operations and able to translate them
• The ability to work independently with good interpersonal skills
• A creative, practical and pro‑active approach to problem solving
• An energetic and dynamic personality
• High School graduate, related technical or trades certification

Experience

• At least 5 years‑experience as a civil technician, preferably in the hospitality Industry and/or in an engineering environment

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