Director, Global Engineering Operations

Atlantis Dubai; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kerzner is seeking a Director, Global Engineering Operations to drive technical excellence across the portfolio, standardize and monitor engineering operations for KID properties including One&Only, SIRO, Rare Finds and Atlantis. The role supports sustainability targets and collaborates with corporate teams to ensure compliance and best-practice implementation.

You will oversee SOPs, risk management, and CAPEX reviews across properties, while guiding engineering teams and liaising with the

Responsibilities

• Draft and manage Kerzner corporate guidelines for Engineering Operations.
• Review and update SOPs including PPM to align with Kerzner Brand Standards.
• Manage central document repository for Global Engineering function.
• Own the portfolio risk management program to mitigate operational risk.
• Drive the Kerzner water safety platform and process.
• Coordinate opening Taskforce activities for new properties as Engineering rep.
• Induct and orient new engineering staff at property Director level.
• Be a key contact for Directors of Engineering at each property.
• Coordinate with Global Business Continuity to ensure technical preparedness.
• Lead growth of Kerzner Sustainability program at global and property levels.

Job description

Job description

Director, Global Engineering Operations (21612)

At Kerzner, we never settle. Through continued innovation, our team of pioneers push until the next level is achieved, and then to keep going. Our philosophy is simple - we go above and beyond to Blow Away our Guest and Colleagues. Good enough never is. For us, it is all about perfection and innovation. This is not simply our job, it’s our passion.

Our Colleagues are at the heart of who we are and what we do. With an international team of over 10,000 Colleagues and strong strategic growth on the horizon, we offer unrivalled career opportunities around the world. We are committed to provide our Colleagues at all levels with opportunities to grow and develop within the organisation through personalised development plans and tailored succession planning. We invest in our communities to sustain the environment where we operate and minimising our own footprint. Whether it is through animal conservation, education or tree-planting, we like to give back in as many ways as we can to help our communities flourish.

Job Summary

The Director, Global Engineering Operations, is responsible for driving technical excellence across the portfolio. For the ongoing review, standardization, rationalization, management and monitoring of the Engineering Operations of all KID facilities and brands (including One&Only, SIRO, Rare Finds and Atlantis). The Director, Global Engineering Operations, to support with all other Operations and Technical Services engineering functions as required, driving technical compliance and best practice. Responsible to integrate, drive and promote the Sustainability program throughout the Kerzner portfolio, ensuring property compliance and Sustainability target management.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• • Be responsible for drafting and managing Kerzner corporate guidelines for Engineering Operations.
  • Review and update all existing properties SOPs including all PPM and propose changes to align with Kerzner Brand Standards and Guidelines.
  • Managing central document repository for the Global Engineering function.
  • Owning the portfolio risk management program to ensure constant growth and performance while mitigating operational risk.
  • Driving and managing the Kerzner water safety platform and process.
  • Plan and participate in opening 'Taskforce ' activities for any new properties as an Engineering representative.
  • Be responsible for the induction and orientation of new employees at property Director of Engineering level.
  • Be a key point of contact for each property Director of Engineering and assist with property engagement for all engineering functions.
  • Liaise, align and support the Global Business Continuity team to ensure technical preparedness,
  • Be responsible for successful implementation, and the continued growth of the Kerzner Sustainability program at Global and property level.
  • Liaise and coordinate with Kerzner’s Director of Sustainability to validate and technically support in all target setting and performance activities aligned with the Kerzner Sustainability strategy.
  • Align management style, working practices and conduct with Kerzner's vision, corporate values, operating standards and policies. To always comply with Kerzner international code of conduct.
  • Monitor and manage engineering projects in relation to KID Policies and Procedures and that they are in place and operating.
  • Assist with the review, implementation, and management of all aspects of MEP design and related engineering serviceson projects as required.
  • Review, validate and support all CAPEX related projects and processes.

• • Assist in the review and coordination of the MEP design and related engineering services.
  • Ensure KID design standards and guidelines are implemented by designers and contractors.
  • Monitor Safety related aspects for KID projects.
  • Monitor QA/QC related issues on KID projects.
  • Effectively applies our methodology and enforces project standards.
  • Prepares for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures.

Our company is expanding faster than ever before. We are investing in the growth of our company, and that means we are committed to investing in you. Join a team that is open-hearted, innovative, inclusive, and inspiring in spirit. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.