Engineering Supervisor - Four Seasons Resort and Residences AMAALA at Triple Bay

Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Engineering Supervisor at a luxurious resort, where you will play a pivotal role in the pre-opening phase. This exciting opportunity involves overseeing the final construction stages, ensuring all systems meet top-notch standards of quality and safety. You'll lead a talented team, manage technical training, and collaborate closely with various departments to ensure a seamless transition into daily operations. With a commitment to excellence and sustainability, this role offers a unique chance to shape an unforgettable guest experience in a stunning environment. Embrace the challenge and make your mark in the hospitality industry!

Benefits

Housing Allowance

Transportation Allowance

30 Days Vacation

Paid Home Leave Tickets

Complimentary Meals

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Worldwide Complimentary Room Nights

Opportunities for Growth

Qualifications

• 3+ years of engineering experience in luxury hotels or large facilities.
• Strong technical knowledge in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering team through final stages of construction and operational setup.
• Supervise technical training and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical Systems

Electrical Systems

Plumbing

HVAC

Fire Life Safety Systems

Energy Management

Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

Diploma in Engineering

Degree in Facilities Management

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Hotsos

Job description

About Four Seasons

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location

AMAALA is situated along Saudi Arabia's northwest coast and is home to some of the most diverse natural environments. Marking a new chapter for comprehensive wellness tourism, Four Seasons Resort and Residences AMAALA at Triple Bay will feature 220 keys comprising rooms and suites, as well as villas with their own private pools, and 26 branded residential villas, all thoughtfully designed to offer breathtaking bay and sea views.

The resort will include a luxury spa nestled within its garden of tranquility and inspiration featuring a sculptured waterfall. The Organic Spa Garden will be a focal point and treatment experience set to stimulate the senses, offering extensive therapeutic remedies including halotherapy, cryotherapy, and advanced skin therapies.

For fitness enthusiasts, the property will offer a bespoke collaboration with fitness trainer Harley Pasternak to seamlessly merge high-performance training with the limitless potential of Triple Bay's 300 hectares (741 acres) of untouched hills, wadis, and beaches. The pristine terrain includes trails perfect for canyoning and exploring the rugged cliffs and valleys. Guests and residents can also take part in an array of guided hikes, mountain biking, and equestrian bridle trails, or work on their game at the spectacular 27-hole oceanfront golf course.

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Engineering Supervisor to join the pre-opening team at Four Seasons Resort and Residences AMAALA at Triple Bay. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will assist in leading the Engineering team through the final stages of construction, testing, commissioning, operational setup, and the smooth transition into daily maintenance activities. You will be responsible for ensuring all systems and equipment meet Four Seasons' standards of quality, efficiency, and safety, supporting both project readiness and ongoing operations.

What you will do

• Support the Engineering leadership team in reviewing technical specifications, MEP installations, and testing procedures to ensure compliance with operational standards.
• Participate actively in inspections, snagging, commissioning, and system testing processes alongside contractors and consultants.
• Supervise the handover of equipment, technical documentation, warranties, and asset tagging to ensure complete and accurate operational transitions.
• Oversee the setup and data entry of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (Hotsos), including asset registration, preventive maintenance schedules, and task generation.
• Coordinate closely with contractors and project teams to ensure timely rectification of defects, completion of punch lists, and successful system handovers.
• Assist in setting up engineering workshops, storerooms, organizing tools, spare parts, and implementing energy monitoring systems.
• Organize and supervise technical training for the engineering team on newly installed systems, such as HVAC, BMS, generators, elevators, and fire life safety equipment.
• Maintain comprehensive records of commissioning certificates, inspection reports, service agreements, and compliance documentation.
• Plan and oversee preventive maintenance activities for all critical equipment prior to and post-opening to ensure optimal operational reliability.
• Conduct regular site walks and inspections to ensure all health, safety, and fire life safety standards are fully adhered to.
• Coordinate with Housekeeping, Security, Food & Beverage, and other operational departments to ensure the resort's technical readiness.
• Manage and assign engineering tasks, ensuring efficient and timely responses to snagging items, maintenance requests, and last-minute project adjustments.
• Transition into daily supervision of maintenance operations, including preventive maintenance programs, guest room repairs, public area maintenance, and emergency responses.
• Promote a culture of safety, sustainability, and service excellence within the Engineering team through hands-on leadership and training.

What you bring

• A diploma or degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 3 years of engineering experience in luxury hotels, resorts, or large facilities, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong technical knowledge in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire life safety systems, and energy management systems.
• Proven experience with pre-opening activities including commissioning, snagging, defect management, and system handover processes.
• Familiarity with CMMS platforms, particularly Hotsos, and strong skills in asset and preventive maintenance management.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with a proactive and detail-oriented approach.
• Ability to perform under pressure in a dynamic pre-opening environment, adapt quickly to changes, and manage shifting operational priorities.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic is a strong advantage.

What we offer

• Competitive salary in a tax-free environment.
• Housing and transportation allowances.
• 30 days of vacation plus public holidays.
• Paid home leave tickets.
• Complimentary meals and uniform cleaning.
• Medical and life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program and worldwide complimentary room nights.
• Opportunities for growth and development.
• Additional family benefits.

Schedule & hours

This is a full-time leadership role with flexible working hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, depending on project timelines and operational needs.