Chief Engineer (for 5-star Resort hotel outside UAE)

5 star Resort Hotel in Seychelles; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury resort in Dubai is seeking a Chief Engineer to oversee all physical aspects, including building maintenance, budget management, and team leadership. The role requires strong knowledge of mechanical systems and proven experience in a resort environment. You will implement programs to ensure safety, guest satisfaction, and operational efficiency while promoting sustainability and energy conservation practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing engineering teams in a resort setting.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the physical building structure and systems are operational.
• Manages engineering budget and capital expenditures.
• Oversees new construction and major repair projects.
• Implements preventive maintenance programs.
• Enforces safety protocols and compliance with regulations.
• Leads the engineering department and emergency response efforts.
• Focuses on sustainability and energy conservation practices.

Skills

Budget Management

Facility Maintenance

Project Oversight

Preventive Maintenance

Team Leadership

Job description

Overview

A resort chief engineer is required who will be responsible for maintaining and operating all physical aspects of a resort, including its structure, grounds, mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems, to ensure safety, guest satisfaction, and operational efficiency. This role involves managing budgets, overseeing maintenance and repair projects, leading the engineering team, and implementing sustainability and asset management programs to protect the resort's assets and resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Facility Maintenance: Ensures the physical building structure, grounds, and all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems are in good working order.
• Budget Management: Manages the engineering budget, including planning for capital expenditures and controlling operational costs.
• Project Oversight: Oversees new construction projects, renovations, and major repair work to ensure they meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Preventive Maintenance: Implements and manages preventative maintenance programs to extend the life and reliability of the resort's equipment and assets.
• Safety and Compliance: Enforces safety protocols, maintains safety equipment, and ensures the resort meets all regulatory requirements.
• Team Leadership: Leads and supervises the engineering department, including hiring, training, and recognizing team members.
• Emergency Response: Serves as a leader in the emergency response team for any facility-related incidents.
• Sustainability: Focuses on energy conservation and other sustainable practices to reduce energy waste and minimize environmental impact.

Job Details

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED15,000.00 - AED20,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to be relocated outside of UAE?
• Do you have hotel experience in a 4-5 star Resort property?