Carpenter - Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Science Park

InterContinental Hotels Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 45,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits

Job summary

Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Science Park is seeking a skilled Carpenter to join our team. You will build, repair and install wooden structures and fixtures, and ensure high-quality finishes that enhance guest spaces.

You will maintain safety standards, work with other departments, and engage with guests when needed to ensure a positive guest experience. A proactive approach to skill development is important.

Qualifications

• Relevant skills and experience required.
• Good communication and customer-service oriented.
• Accountability for own performance and standards.
• Responds quickly to requests for help.
• Understands the guest experience is essential to the role.
• Willingness to develop own skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Construct, repair and install wood structures, cabinets and furniture.
• Prepare surfaces for finishing and apply primers or sealers.
• Finish wood surfaces with paint, stain or varnish.
• Install fixtures like cabinets, shelves, doors and windows.
• Carry out routine maintenance and replace worn parts.
• Follow safety standards and regulations.
• Coordinate with other departments to minimise guest disruption.
• Interact with guests occasionally to address concerns about appearance or functionality of rooms or public areas.
• Maintain inventory of carpentry supplies and tools.
• Assist in planning and executing renovation or redecoration projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Accountability

Teamwork

Independent worker

Job description

Job description

Travel is a journey. At Holiday Inn & Suites we make guests smile.

Starting with a warm, inviting welcome for all guests, whether traveling on business or for fun, enjoying a quick night, or relaxing for the week. We thrive on making our guest’s stays brighter, helping them create memories that will last a lifetime. Irresistible smiles are our specialty. We should know, we’ve been on our journey since 1952. So, if you can help us spread the joy of travel to all, we’d love to give you a warm welcome to the Holiday Inn family.

Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Science Park is looking for a skilled and active Carpenter to join their extraordinary team! Ideally located in the heart of Dubai Science Park, in the most sought after residential area of Dubai. Minutes away from mega malls, magnificent Jumeirah Beaches, world’s leading tourist attractions and Parks, auto drome and over 5 championship golf courses. The Holiday Inn & Suites at Dubai Science Park has 240 hotel rooms and suites and 84 one-bedroom apartments, anchor F&B offerings and an extensive 1026sqm cutting-edge meeting and events facilities.

Your day to day

• Construction and Repair: Building, installing, and repairing structures made of wood, plywood, and other materials. This includes walls, partitions, doors, furniture, and cabinetry.
• Surface Preparation: Preparing surfaces for finishing by sanding, filling cracks or holes, and applying primers or sealers.
• Finishing Work: Applying finishes such as paint, stain, or varnish to wood surfaces to protect and enhance their appearance.
• Installation: Installing fixtures like cabinets, shelves, doors, and windows, ensuring they are securely and correctly fitted.
• Maintenance: Performing regular maintenance tasks to keep wooden structures and furniture in good condition, including tightening loose fittings and replacing worn-out parts.
• Safety Compliance: Following safety protocols and ensuring all work complies with safety standards and regulations.
• Collaboration: Working closely with other departments to coordinate activities and ensure minimal disruption to guests.
• Guest Interaction: Occasionally interacting with guests to address any concerns or requests related to the appearance or functionality of their rooms or public areas.
• Inventory Management: Keeping track of carpentry supplies, tools, and equipment, and ensuring they are stored properly and replenished as needed.
• Project Planning: Assisting in planning and executing larger renovation or redecoration projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• This role requires strong carpentry skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality. It's essential for creating a welcoming and visually appealing environment for guests.

What we need from you

• Relevant skills and experience
• Communication skills
• Accountability for own performance and work to the required standards
• Responds quickly to requests for help
• Understands the importance of their own role in creating the guest experience
• Looks for opportunities to develop own skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

What we offer

We’ll reward all your hard work with competitive salary and benefits.

At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?

IHG gives every member of the team the Room to Belong, Room to Grow, and a Room to Make a Difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.