Cluster Chief Engineer

Seven Tides Limited; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Minor International’s NH Collection Hotels & Resorts seeks a Cluster Chief Engineer to lead engineering across two premium Dubai properties. You will oversee MEP, HVAC, BMS, and life-safety systems, implement preventive maintenance, manage budgets, and guide a high-performing team to ensure peak operational standards.

You will drive energy efficiency, coordinate with departments, and supervise renovations and capital projects to uphold luxury service and safety. Fluency in English is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, Building Services Engineering or related field.
• 8–10 years’ engineering experience, preferably in luxury hospitality.
• 3–5 years in a senior engineering leadership role (Chief Engineer/Director).
• Multi-property or cluster engineering experience is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of MEP, HVAC, BMS, fire & life safety systems; preventive maintenance.
• Good knowledge of UAE/Dubai regulatory and safety requirements.
• Experience in budgeting, CAPEX, project management, energy management, contractor management.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, communication and organizational skills; excellent English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Engineering operations across both hotels.
• Ensure preventive and corrective maintenance of MEP, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, BMS, fire and life safety systems.
• Conduct property inspections and address maintenance issues promptly.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance and asset replacement programs.
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulations and standards.
• Manage budgets, CAPEX, contracts, and annual maintenance agreements.
• Lead energy conservation and sustainability initiatives to reduce consumption.
• Oversee renovations, projects, contractors and suppliers.
• Recruit, train, and develop the Engineering team; promote safety culture.
• Collaborate with hotel departments to support guest satisfaction and operational excellence.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Budget management

Contractor management

Team development

Problem solving

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Electrical/Mechanical/Building Services degree

Job description

Job Location: Dukes The Palm Dubai Hotel

NH Collection Hotels & Resorts showcases captivating hotels housed in authentic landmark buildings across Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, Asia, and beyond. Thoughtfully designed with an eclectic-elegant atmosphere, our hotels are built to evoke extraordinary feelings — paying great attention to stimulating details that create truly memorable moments. We welcome business travellers, friends, and couples seeking premium service, and we craft experiences centred on wellbeing, gastronomy, culture, and pure indulgence. If you are passionate about creating those extraordinary moments for every guest, NH Collection is the place to do it. Feel the extraordinary.

The Cluster Chief Engineer is responsible for leading and overseeing all Engineering and Maintenance operations across both hotel properties, ensuring that facilities, equipment, and building systems are maintained safely, efficiently, and to the highest operational and brand standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Engineering operations and teams across both hotels.
• Ensure effective preventive and corrective maintenance of all MEP, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, BMS, fire and life safety systems, and hotel equipment.
• Conduct regular property inspections and ensure maintenance issues are addressed promptly.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance and asset replacement programs.
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulations, Dubai Municipality, Dubai Civil Defence, health and safety, and company standards.
• Manage Engineering budgets, expenses, CAPEX projects, contracts, and annual maintenance agreements.
• Lead energy conservation and sustainability initiatives to optimize electricity, water, and utility consumption.
• Manage renovations, refurbishments, technical projects, contractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure technical emergencies and equipment breakdowns are handled effectively with minimal disruption to hotel operations.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop the Engineering team while promoting a strong safety and performance culture.
• Work closely with hotel departments to ensure Engineering operations support guest satisfaction and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, Building Services Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 8–10 years of Engineering experience, preferably within luxury or upscale hospitality.
• At least 3–5 years in a senior Engineering leadership role, such as Chief Engineer or Director of Engineering.
• Multi-property or cluster Engineering experience is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of MEP, HVAC, BMS, fire and life safety systems, preventive maintenance, and building operations.
• Good knowledge of UAE/Dubai regulatory and safety requirements.
• Experience in budgeting, CAPEX, project management, energy management, and contractor management.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Excellent command of English.

Minor International is one of the largest hospitality and leisure companies in the Asia Pacific region. Today Minor International has a global presence with hotels and resorts, restaurants and retail shops across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, the Americas and Australasia. When Passion Meets Growth, Opportunity Sparks. At some point, we all hit a ceiling, and few have the passion or opportunity to break through. At Minor, we’ve made it our mission to encourage our people to push boundaries in search of opportunity and achieve their fullest potential. When the business grows, so do our people.