Engineering Supervisor At Holiday Inn Abu Dhabi

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free duty meals

Health insurance

Accommodation

Uniform

Room discounts

Training

Job summary

IHG Hotels & Resorts, Abu Dhabi, seeks an Engineering Supervisor to lead daily maintenance activities, ensuring safe, comfortable hotel operations. You will coordinate requests, guide colleagues, and uphold brand standards while supporting energy conservation and guest satisfaction.

Ideal candidates have technical engineering training and 2–4 years in hotel engineering with leadership experience, plus strong English communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Technical diploma, vocational qualification, or relevant training in Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, Plumbing, or related engineering field.
• 2–4 years' experience in hotel engineering or similar environment with supervisory experience preferred.
• Good knowledge of general hotel maintenance incl. electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical systems.
• Relevant technical certification or license as required by local authorities.
• Good communication skills in English with guests, management, colleagues and contractors.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily engineering and maintenance activities to meet required standards.
• Assign and follow up on maintenance requests with timely resolution.
• Respond promptly to guest and operations maintenance requests to support comfort.
• Inspect guest rooms, public areas, outlets, and back‑of‑house areas for maintenance needs.
• Coach and guide Engineering colleagues through training and clear communication.
• Monitor preventive maintenance schedules to keep equipment safe and functional.
• Maintain handling and care of engineering tools, spare parts, and assets.
• Ensure compliance with IHG standards, health and safety, and local regulations.
• Identify safety hazards and report defects, following up on corrective actions.
• Support energy and water conservation and waste reduction initiatives.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and communicate outstanding issues to Chief Engineer.
• Assist in emergency response preparations.

Skills

Electrical & mechanical systems

Team supervision

English communication

Maintenance planning

Safety compliance

Education

Technical diploma / vocational qualification in Electrical/Mechanical/HVAC/Plumbing

Job description

Job Description:

About Us

At Holiday Inn® Hotels & Resorts, our job is to bring the joy of travel to everyone. That's where you come in. We look for people who are friendly, welcoming, and genuinely care about making every guest's stay memorable. When you're part of the Holiday Inn Hotels & Resorts brand, you're more than just a job title.

Holiday Inn Abu Dhabi

Holiday Inn Abu Dhabi, the first Holiday Inn property in Abu Dhabi, welcomes guests with 203 modern and stylish rooms, complemented by a diverse selection of dining, entertainment, and meeting facilities. Our hotel offers a variety of unique food and beverage experiences, from international dining at Silk Route Café to vibrant evenings at Thirty 1st Bar & Lounge, featuring stunning views of the Abu Dhabi skyline. Guests can also enjoy an authentic Arabic social experience at Hubbly Bubbly, our shisha café, or indulge in the casual dining experience at Stock Burger Co., offering premium burgers, craft brews, and a relaxed atmosphere.

What's the job?

As an Engineering Supervisor, you will support the Engineering team in maintaining a safe, comfortable, and well-functioning hotel for our guests and colleagues. You will supervise daily maintenance activities, coordinate work assignments, and ensure that hotel facilities and equipment are maintained to the required standards in line with IHG brand expectations and local requirements. You will also contribute to operational efficiency through preventive maintenance, teamwork, and responsible use of hotel resources.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

• Supervise and coordinate daily engineering and maintenance activities to ensure hotel facilities and equipment are maintained to the required standards.
• Assign and follow up on maintenance requests, ensuring timely and effective resolution of issues.
• Respond promptly to guest and operational maintenance requests to support guest comfort and satisfaction.
• Carry out regular inspections of guest rooms, public areas, outlets, and back-of-house areas to identify maintenance requirements.
• Support and guide Engineering colleagues through coaching, on-the-job training, and clear communication.
• Monitor preventive maintenance schedules and ensure equipment and facilities remain safe, functional, and operational.
• Maintain proper handling, storage, and care of engineering tools, equipment, spare parts, and hotel assets.
• Ensure compliance with IHG standards, health and safety requirements, local regulations, and hotel engineering procedures.
• Identify and report safety hazards, equipment defects, and maintenance concerns promptly, following up on corrective actions.
• Support energy and water conservation, waste reduction, and other sustainability initiatives through responsible use of hotel resources.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and communicate outstanding issues to the Chief Engineer.
• Support emergency response procedures and assist in ensuring the hotel is prepared for operational emergencies.

What We Need From You

The ideal candidate must meet the legal requirements to work in the UAE. The candidate should possess the required qualifications, technical skills, and experience in a similar role within an international hotel environment, including:

• Technical diploma, vocational qualification, or relevant training in Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, Plumbing, or a related engineering field.
• Ideally, 2–4 years' experience in hotel engineering or a similar environment, with previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Good knowledge of general hotel maintenance, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical systems, and building services.
• Relevant technical certification or license as required by local/government authorities.
• Good communication skills in English, with the ability to communicate effectively with guests, management, colleagues, and contractors.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective time management.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team, troubleshoot issues, and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including free duty meals, health insurance, accommodation, uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work.