Facility Manager

Alrais Enterprises Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 111,600 - 167,400; Full time

Job summary

Alrais Enterprises Group is seeking an experienced Facility Manager to oversee maintenance and operations of hotels, restaurants, offices, and villas. This critical role ensures all properties are safe, well-maintained, and operationally efficient, minimizing disruptions to services.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in facility management with expertise in hotel environments, strong technical knowledge, and leadership skills. Responsibilities include managing maintenance teams, vendor contracts, budgets, and compliance with health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of proven experience in facility or engineering management.
• Experience in hotel and restaurant environments is mandatory.
• Familiarity with hospitality compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day maintenance of hotel rooms, restaurants, and corporate offices.
• Lead preventive maintenance programs for operational efficiency.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Technical knowledge of hospitality systems

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Facility Management

Tools

Facility management systems

Maintenance software

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Facility Manager to oversee the maintenance and operations of our hotels, restaurants, offices, and villas. This role is critical in ensuring all properties are safe, well‑maintained, and operating efficiently, with minimal disruption to guests, residents, staff, and business operations. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience in hotel and restaurant facilities, strong leadership skills, and a service‑oriented mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day‑to‑day maintenance of hotel rooms, restaurants, commercial kitchens, corporate offices, and residential villas
• Ensure smooth functioning of all systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, elevators, refrigeration, and fire safety across all sites
• Conduct regular inspections and proactively address maintenance issues across all facilities
• Lead preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and maintain operational efficiency
• Ensure all properties comply with relevant health, safety, hygiene, and environmental regulations
• Supervise repairs, renovations, and refurbishments with minimal impact on guests, residents, or business activities
• Manage vendor contracts and coordinate with service providers for specialized maintenance, pest control, waste management, landscaping, etc.
• Develop sustainability initiatives to optimize energy and water usage across properties
• Train, schedule, and manage a team of maintenance and engineering staff across different property types
• Prepare and manage budgets, monitor spending, and implement cost‑effective maintenance solutions
• Act as the primary point of contact for facility‑related emergencies and crisis management
• Maintain proper documentation of maintenance logs, compliance certifications, equipment warranties, and service records
• Address and resolve maintenance‑related concerns from guests, tenants, and internal departments promptly and professionally

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Facility Management, Hospitality Management, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of proven experience in facility or engineering management, with mandatory experience in hotel and restaurant environments
• Strong technical knowledge of hospitality‑related systems (e.g., commercial kitchen equipment, guest room technology, HVAC, etc.)
• Experience in managing diverse property types including residential villas and corporate office facilities
• Familiarity with hospitality compliance requirements, food safety standards, and fire/life safety systems
• Proficiency in facility management systems, reporting tools, and maintenance software
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays, based on operational needs
• High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail