Chief Engineer

Hotels; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global hospitality company is seeking a Chief Engineer to manage engineering operations and lead the Engineering Team. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering, strong leadership skills, and advanced knowledge of building management. This role involves ensuring compliance with regulations, developing energy conservation programs, and overseeing maintenance activities to provide exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of building management/engineering.
• Positive attitude and good communication skills.
• Strong leadership skills and previous experience of managing a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage all engineering and maintenance operations within the hotel.
• Lead the Engineering Team in daily engineering operations.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations.
• Develop energy conservation programs.
• Manage Team Member related activities including recruitment.

Skills

Building management/engineering

Leadership skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Flexibility

Ability to work under pressure

Team management

Education

Degree in Engineering or similar

Tools

Computer programs

Job description

A Chief Engineer will manage the Engineering Team to efficiently maintain all hotel operations such that safety security conversation and compliance are ensured at the highest levels.

What will I be doing

As Chief Engineer you are responsible for the effective management of all engineering and maintenance operations within the hotel including energy conservation. You are also responsible for the development of the Engineering Team and staying abreast of compliance regulations and procedures in the field of Engineering as required for hotel standards. Specifically a Chief Engineer will perform the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Lead the Engineering Team in the daytoday engineering and maintenance operations of the hotel including service standards equipment schedules and work schedules
• Communicate with Housekeeping to coordinate and prioritize maintenance activities for Guest rooms and public areas
• Develop systems and procedures to ensure the health and safety of Guests and Team Members as well as the proper conditions for plants machinery and property
• Communicate with Government agencies to ensure full compliance with statutory regulations
• Prepare Capital and Repairs and Maintenance budgets for Engineering
• 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
• Identify and introduce environmentallyfriendly systems and equipment
• Monitor Key Performance Indicators for the Engineering Department and take corrective action as required to improve equipment inventory quality audit productivity and other objectives
• Manage all Team Member related activities including recruitment performance management training career planning disciplinary matters and team motivation

What are we looking for

A Chief Engineer 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
• A degree in Engineering or similar
• Exposure to budgeting and basic accounting
• Positive attitude
• Good communication skills
• Committed to delivering a high level of customer service
• Strong leadership skills and previous experience of managing a team
• 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 of facilities management
• Proficient at an advanced level with computers and relevant computer programs

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• First Aid
• Qualification in engineering field

What will it be like to work for Hilton

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company spanning the lodging sector from luxurious fullservice hotels and resorts to extendedstay suites and midpriced 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!

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Required Experience:

Chief