Cluster Engineering Manager

AccorHotel; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive benefits specific to the hospitality sector

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

AccorHotel in Dubai is seeking a Cluster Engineering Manager to lead engineering functions across multiple hotels. You will ensure the highest standards of preventive maintenance, asset reliability, and guest satisfaction while managing engineering operations effectively.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of engineering leadership experience in hospitality, strong technical knowledge of systems, and be adept in budgeting and project management. You'll collaborate with various departments to support seamless operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of engineering leadership experience within the hospitality industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of hotel engineering operations, including HVAC and MEP systems.
• Sound knowledge of UAE regulations and preventive maintenance best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Engineering Supervisors and Technicians across the cluster.
• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs for all hotel facilities.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and standards related to engineering operations.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Technical Knowledge of Engineering Operations

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Joinus at Accor,wherelife pulseswithpassion!

As apioneerin the art ofresponsiblehospitality, the Accor Groupgathersmorethan45 brands, 5,600hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries.Whileeachbrand hasitsownpersonality,whereyouwillbeable totrulyfindyourself,theyallshareacommonambition: tokeepinnovatingandchallengingthestatus-quo.

Byjoiningus,youwillbecomeaHeartist, becausehospitalityis, first andforemost, aworkofheart.

Youwilljoinacaringenvironmentand a teamwhereyoucanbeallyouare. Youwillbein asupportiveplace togrow, tofulfilyourself, todiscoverotherprofessions and topursuecareeropportunities, inyourhotelor inotherhospitalityenvironments, inyourcountry oranywherein the world!

Youwillenjoyexclusivebenefits,specificto thesectorandbeyond, aswellasstrongrecognition foryourdailycommitment.

Everythingyouwilldowithus,regardlessofyourprofession,willofferadeepsenseofmeaning,tocreatelasting,memorableandimpactfulexperiencesforyourcustomers,foryourcolleaguesand for theplanet.

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As the Cluster Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for leading all engineering functions across multiple hotels, ensuring the highest standards of preventive maintenance, asset reliability, regulatory compliance, energy efficiency, and guest satisfaction. You will work closely with hotel leadership teams to deliver safe, efficient, and cost-effective engineering operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Engineering Supervisors, Technicians, and support teams across the cluster.
• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs for all hotel facilities, equipment, and engineering systems.
• Ensure compliance with Dubai Municipality regulations, fire and life safety requirements, HACCP standards, and environmental guidelines.
• Plan and manage renovation, refurbishment, and capital improvement projects.
• Monitor utility consumption and implement energy conservation and sustainability initiatives.
• Prepare and manage engineering budgets while controlling maintenance and contractor costs.
• Build strong partnerships with contractors and service providers to ensure quality and timely project delivery.
• Collaborate closely with Housekeeping, Front Office, Food & Beverage, and other operational departments to support seamless hotel operations.
• Maintain engineering documentation, audit records, and compliance reports.
• Provide technical expertise and strategic recommendations to hotel management on asset performance and operational improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of engineering leadership experience within the hospitality industry, preferably managing multiple hotel properties.
• Strong technical knowledge of hotel engineering operations, including HVAC, MEP systems, electrical, plumbing, and Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Sound knowledge of UAE regulations, fire and life safety requirements, and preventive maintenance best practices.
• Demonstrated experience in budgeting, project management, contractor management, and energy optimization.
• Excellent leadership, communication, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

Diversity&Inclusionfor Accor means welcoming each and everyoneandrespecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities andskills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is toprovide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellentworking conditions and to promote the development ofall people, including thosewith disabilities.

When applying, do not hesitate to let us know of any specific needs you may have so that we can take them into consideration.