Cluster Chief Engineer - Luxury Hotels

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

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.