General Technician - InterContinental Abu Dhabi

InterContinental Hotels Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel is seeking a skilled General Technician to join their Engineering team. You will be responsible for preventive and corrective maintenance, attending to guest maintenance issues, and ensuring safety standards are met. The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of experience, strong knowledge of maintenance trades, and good communication skills. This position provides competitive salary and benefits including room discounts and professional training.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Room discounts

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a similar role within a hotel or hospitality environment.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
• Physically fit and able to handle maintenance tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance works across guest rooms and public areas.
• Attend to daily maintenance requests related to electrical, plumbing, and HVAC.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify faults and safety risks.

Skills

General maintenance knowledge

Electrical skills

Plumbing skills

HVAC knowledge

Carpentry skills

Good communication skills

Education

Basic technical certification or vocational training

Job description

At InterContinental Abu Dhabi, we take pride in delivering exceptional guest experiences through world-class facilities and service excellence. We are currently seeking a skilled and dedicated General Technician to join our Engineering team and support the smooth operation and maintenance of the hotel.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly do:

• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance works across guest rooms, public areas, back-of-house, and hotel facilities.
• Attend to daily maintenance requests related to electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and general repairs.
• Respond promptly to guest maintenance issues, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum satisfaction.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify faults, wear and tear, and safety risks.
• Ensure all equipment, tools, and work areas are maintained in a safe and clean condition.
• Support major repairs, renovations, and projects as assigned by the Engineering Supervisor.
• Follow all hotel safety procedures, fire life safety standards, and IHG brand guidelines.
• Maintain proper records of maintenance activities and work orders.
• Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure seamless hotel operations.

What we need from you:

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a similar role within a hotel or hospitality environment.
• Strong knowledge of general maintenance trades (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry).
• Basic technical certification or vocational training is preferred.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
• Good communication skills and a proactive, service-oriented attitude.
• Physically fit and able to handle maintenance tools and equipment.
• Previous experience with international hotel brands is an advantage.

What you can expect from us:

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 – 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. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.