Duty Engineer

AccorHotel; Ajman; On-site; AED 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

AccorHotel in Ajman, United Arab Emirates seeks a hands-on Duty Engineer to ensure reliable operation, maintenance and repair of MEP systems across the hotel. You will lead the engineering team on shift, troubleshoot issues, schedule preventive maintenance and uphold safety and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate has a degree in engineering, strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and fire safety systems, and excellent English communication skills for guest and staff interactions.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and fire safety systems.
• Experience in preventive maintenance programs and troubleshooting technical issues.
• Previous experience in luxury hospitality is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and oversee daily operation of all MEP systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety).
• Perform preventive maintenance and respond to engineering requests to minimize disruption.
• Troubleshoot and repair MEP issues quickly and effectively.
• Supervise engineering staff on shift and assign tasks.
• Maintain records and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Train and support the engineering team while enforcing hotel safety procedures.

Skills

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

English communication

Attention to detail

Education

Mechanical/Electrical/Civil Engineering degree

Tools

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

Fire safety systems

Job description

Primary Responsibilities

The Duty Engineer is responsible for ensuring the efficient operation maintenance and repair of all mechanical electrical and plumbing (MEP) systems within the hotel. This role requires a hands-on approach to troubleshooting technical issues supervising the engineering team during shifts and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational & Maintenance Duties:

• Monitor and oversee the daily operation of all MEP systems including HVAC electrical plumbing and fire safety systems.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance on hotel equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Respond promptly to engineering requests from guests and other departments ensuring minimal disruption to hotel operations.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical electrical and plumbing issues efficiently.
• Maintain records of all maintenance activities and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Supervision & Team Management:

• Supervise a team of technicians and ensure all engineering tasks are completed as per the hotels standards.
• Assign and oversee tasks for engineering staff during the shift.
• Conduct training and provide technical support to the engineering team.
• Ensure all team members adhere to safety procedures and hotel policies.

Health & Safety Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with local regulations and hotel safety standards related to engineering operations.
• Maintain proper documentation of safety checks inspections and compliance reports.
• Respond to emergency situations such as power failures leaks and equipment breakdowns ensuring guest and staff safety.

Qualifications :

• Degree or diploma in Mechanical Electrical or Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 35 years of experience in hotel engineering or a similar role.
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC electrical plumbing and fire safety systems.
• Experience in preventive maintenance programs and troubleshooting technical issues.
• Previous experience in a luxury hospitality environment preferred.
• Ability to lead a team and manage tasks efficiently under pressure.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus.

Additional Information :

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract recruit and promote diverse talent.

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.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time