Engineering Manager - Six Senses The Palm Dubai

InterContinental Hotels Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hospitality firm is seeking an Engineering Manager for their Dubai location. The successful candidate will oversee engineering operations, focusing on maintaining the property's condition while promoting sustainability and wellness. With over four years of related experience and a degree in Engineering, you'll ensure legal compliance and assist in financial planning. Fluency in English is essential, and knowledge of various engineering disciplines is a plus. Apply today to evolve your career in a vibrant environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Over four years of building maintenance or construction experience required.
• Fluency in English; additional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Improve maintenance practices for optimal property condition.
• Ensure adequate staffing and manage external contractors.
• Safeguard sustainability and wellness initiatives.

Skills

General building maintenance

Plumbing expertise

Electrical expertise

Mechanical expertise

Carpentry skills

Cost-focused management

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical)

Tools

HVAC systems

Refrigeration systems

Job description

Engineering Manager - Six Senses The Palm Dubai

Hotel: Dubai The Palm (DXBDP), Plot number PJCRC08_200

As Engineering Manager, I will support the Director of Engineering for the efficient operation of the Engineering department including landscape and gardening, plant and equipment, technical work, carpentry, sustainability, fire and safety systems and a preventative maintenance program to provide exceptional products and services within brand operating standards.

The duties and responsibilities will include:

• Continually focus on improving maintenance and engineering practices to ensure the product remains in optimal order and in line with Six Senses wellness and sustainability practices.
• Ensure that rostering and manning are adequate to meet the requirements, plus organize external contractors as required.
• Instil a cost-focused philosophy through training and education.
• Technical skills that include the ability to analyse and design projects, conduct investigations and maintaining full knowledge of engineering-related products and services used in resorts.
• Establish and deliver pre-established financial returns related to revenue generation, profitability and ROIC.
• Sustainability and Wellness are at the core of everything at Six Senses. I will safeguard these pillars and its strategic planning and development and ensure all directives, practices and initiatives are implemented, embraced, adopted within the property.
• Operate the property consistent with all legal, statutory and financial requirements and documentation, reporting systems, contractual obligations, security and safety protocols, communications, product and service standards, host management practices and budgetary controls are implemented, reviewed and maintained to ensure the successful operation of the hotel.

Qualifications

• Possess some college or advanced vocational training and four years of experience in general building maintenance and/or construction and supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, in either Mechanical or Electrical disciplines, and more than five years’ experience in a similar hotel engineering role, preferred.
• Professional certification and license if required by law.
• Specialized expertise in plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and carpentry fields. Level 3 EPA Certification, HVAC and refrigeration certificate, licensed plumber and/or journeyman status for electrician and carpenter may be required
• Fluent in English; I understand that additional languages are preferred.

The above is intended to provide an overview of the role and responsibilities for an Engineering Manager at Six Senses The Palm Dubai . It is not and does not infer that the above is an inclusive and/or exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities inherent in the position.

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