Engineering Manager

Park Hyatt Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Park Hyatt Dubai seeks an Engineering Manager to lead the engineering team in planning, design, execution, and delivery of maintenance and capital projects. You will drive operational excellence, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, optimize resources, and support business objectives through strong leadership and engineering solutions.

The role involves supervising technicians, coordinating with contractors, overseeing budgets, and driving energy management and sustainability initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 6-7 years of relevant engineering experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles, project management, maintenance, and asset management.
• Proven experience managing multidisciplinary teams and contractors.
• Knowledge of HSE regulations, quality standards, and risk management processes.
• Proficiency in engineering software and CMMS systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist planning, coordination, and execution of engineering, maintenance, and operations across the property.
• Supervise engineering technicians and tradespersons, ensuring safety and workmanship.
• Plan and oversee preventive/corrective maintenance and project activities.
• Assist in evaluations, cost estimates, and recommendations for improvements.
• Inspect plant rooms, equipment, and life safety systems; report findings.
• Ensure timely completion of maintenance and guest-related priorities.
• Monitor HSEQ compliance and enforce safe work practices.
• Coordinate with internal departments, contractors, and service providers.
• Assist in budget control, procurement, and inventory of materials.
• Monitor energy use and sustainability programs for cost savings.
• Review logs and reports to ensure accurate documentation and control.
• Train and develop engineering staff to foster continuous improvement.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Project management

Maintenance planning

Contractor management

HSEQ compliance

CMMS proficiency

Budget oversight

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

CMMS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Engineering Manager is responsible for leading and managing the engineering team to ensure the successful planning, design, execution, and delivery of maintenance, capital projects, and technical initiatives. The role focuses on driving operational excellence, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, optimizing resources, and supporting business objectives through effective engineering solutions and team leadership.

Main Duties:

• Assist the Assistant Director of Engineering in the planning, coordination, and execution of all engineering, maintenance, and technical operations across the property.

  
  
• Supervise, lead, and monitor engineering technicians and tradespersons, ensuring high standards of workmanship, productivity, attendance, and safety compliance.
• Plan, allocate, and oversee preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, repairs, and project activities to ensure optimal asset reliability and operational efficiency.
• Assist in technical evaluations, cost estimates, and recommendations for maintenance activities, capital projects, equipment upgrades, and engineering improvements.
• Conduct regular inspections of plant rooms, equipment, engineering facilities, and life safety systems, reporting abnormalities and recommending corrective actions.
• Ensure timely completion of maintenance requests, with particular focus on guest-related issues, operational priorities, and service standards.
• Monitor compliance with Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) requirements, personally supervising hazardous work and enforcing safe work practices.
• Coordinate engineering activities with internal departments, contractors, and external service providers to ensure work is completed in accordance with approved specifications, safety standards, and company procedures.
• Support the preparation and control of engineering budgets, purchase requests, spare parts inventory, and procurement of engineering materials and consumables.
• Monitor utility consumption, energy conservation initiatives, and sustainability programs, preparing periodic reports and identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Review engineering logs, maintenance records, technical reports, and asset performance data to ensure accurate documentation and effective operational control.
• Train, coach, and develop engineering personnel through on-the-job guidance, performance management, and technical training, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Industrial, or related discipline).
• Minimum 6-7 years of relevant engineering experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles, project management, maintenance, and asset management practices.
• Proven experience in managing multidisciplinary engineering teams and contractors.
• Good understanding of HSE regulations, quality standards, and risk management processes.
• Proficiency in engineering software, CMMS systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Professional engineering certification or project management certification (PMP or equivalent) is an advantage.