General Technician

Minor Hotels; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 45,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Anantara Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara is seeking a General Technician to support the hotel’s Engineering and Maintenance operations. The role requires hands-on maintenance across electrical, plumbing, AC, painting, carpentry, and general facilities, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for guests and colleagues.

Ideal candidates will be experienced in hotel or resort settings, able to work independently or as part of a team, and willing to work shifts, weekends, and holidays at

Qualifications

• Hands-on knowledge of basic electrical, plumbing, AC, painting, carpentry, and general maintenance.
• Experience in hotel, resort, commercial building, or facility management is preferred.
• Ability to respond to maintenance requests and emergencies with safety in mind.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily preventive and corrective maintenance throughout the hotel.
• Attend to maintenance requests related to electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, AC, and general building maintenance.
• Conduct regular inspections of guest rooms, public areas, back-of-house areas, facilities, and equipment.
• Perform basic AC cleaning and servicing as required.
• Carry out minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and general repair works.
• Respond promptly to guest and hotel department maintenance requests and emergencies.
• Ensure all maintenance work is completed safely, efficiently, and to hotel standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper housekeeping of work areas after completing tasks.
• Report major defects, equipment failures, and maintenance requirements to the Engineering Supervisor.
• Assist specialized technicians and contractors when required.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper housekeeping of work areas after completing tasks.
• Follow all hotel health, safety, environmental, and operational procedures.
• Support energy conservation and sustainability initiatives within the hotel.
• Provide support to other Engineering activities as assigned.

Skills

Electrical

Plumbing

AC

Painting

Carpentry

General maintenance

Job description

Job Description

Job Location: Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara

Anantara Hotels & Resorts is a global luxury hotel and resort brand rooted in Thai culture, with an intrinsic sense of authentic hospitality. Inspired by the Sanskrit word meaning ‘without end’, our spirit embodies freedom, movement, and harmony. We believe every journey should leave a lasting impression — for our guests and for our people.

Founded in 2001 in Thailand, we have since expanded across the world, welcoming guests in some of the world’s most captivating locales — from pristine beaches and private islands to ancient sites and vibrant metropolises. If you are driven by a passion for generosity, warmth and heartfelt hospitality, Anantara offers a career without limits.

We are looking for a skilled and reliable General Technician to support the hotel’s Engineering and Maintenance operations. The ideal candidate should have hands‑on experience in general maintenance and be able to respond promptly to repair and maintenance requirements while ensuring a safe, comfortable, and well‑maintained environment for guests and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out daily preventive and corrective maintenance throughout the hotel.
• Attend to maintenance requests related to electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, AC, and general building maintenance.
• Conduct regular inspections of guest rooms, public areas, back‑of‑house areas, facilities, and equipment.
• Perform basic AC cleaning and servicing as required.
• Carry out minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and general repair works.
• Respond promptly to guest and hotel department maintenance requests and emergencies.
• Ensure all maintenance work is completed safely, efficiently, and to hotel standards.
• Maintain and properly store tools, equipment, and maintenance materials.
• Report major defects, equipment failures, and maintenance requirements to the Engineering Supervisor.
• Assist specialized technicians and contractors when required.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper housekeeping of work areas after completing tasks.
• Follow all hotel health, safety, environmental, and operational procedures.
• Support energy conservation and sustainability initiatives within the hotel.
• Provide support to other Engineering activities as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience as a General Technician, Maintenance Technician, or similar role, preferably in a hotel or resort.
• Hands‑on knowledge of basic electrical, plumbing, AC, painting, carpentry, and general maintenance.
• Experience in hotel, resort, commercial building, or facility management is preferred.
• Good troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Safety‑conscious, reliable, and service‑oriented.
• Ability to respond effectively to maintenance requests and emergencies.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
• Willingness to live and work in a remote resort location.