Laundry Technician

Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts; Dubai; On-site; AED 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted rates

Learning programs

Career growth

CSR activities

Job summary

Swissotel Al Ghurair & Swissotel Living Al Ghurair Hotel in Dubai is seeking a Laundry Technician to manage laundry plumbing and electrical systems, performing preventive maintenance and quick turn-overs to keep operations smooth.

Responsibilities include maintaining all laundry equipment, adhering to codes, responding to breakdowns, and ensuring safety and environmental compliance across shifts in a luxury hospitality setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of previous experience in position is a strong asset.
• Experience in the hospitality industry is preferred.
• Mechanical & Technical certification is preferred.
• Strong problem solving abilities.
• Highly responsible & reliable.
• Positive attitude and good communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all laundry equipment’s are properly maintained and service to upkeep all equipment and to avoid breakdown
• Maintain all kinds of laundry equipment and ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes
• Perform preventive maintenance and completes the turn-over quickly and efficiently in order to keep a good flow of the operations
• Maintain security measures by counting and making rounds through the laundry on a periodic basis
• Respond to breakdowns of equipment’s and being available in case of emergency and applying the appropriate action as per Hotel policy and standards
• Operate in a safe and environmentally friendly way to protect guests’ and employees’ health and safety, as well as protect and conserve the environment
• Comply with the hotel environmental, health and safety policies and procedures

Skills

Problem solving

Reliability

Communication

Teamwork

Pressure handling

Job description

Company Description

Swissotel Al Ghurair & Swissotel Living Al Ghurair Hotel is a 620-room-and-suite upper upscale property. Catering for both business and leisure clientele. The hotel is located in Deira in the heart of Dubai and within easy reach of major tourist landmarks, leisure destinations and city services. It is linked to the Al Ghurair Shopping Centre, only 3 stops away on the Dubai Metro from the Dubai World Trade Centre and a 10-minute drive from Dubai International Airport.

Job Description

As a Laundry Technician, you will be responsible for all general repair and maintenance in laundry plumbing and electrical system of the Hotel.

What Is In It For You

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities

What You Will Be Doing

• Ensure that all laundry equipment’s are properly maintained and service to upkeep all equipment and to avoid breakdown
• Maintain all kinds of laundry equipment and ensure that work is in accordance with relevant codes
• Perform preventive maintenance and completes the turn-over quickly and efficiently in order to keep a good flow of the operations
• Maintain security measures by counting and making rounds through the laundry on a periodic basis
• Respond to breakdowns of equipment’s and being available in case of emergency and applying the appropriate action as per Hotel policy and standards
• Operate in a safe and environmentally friendly way to protect guests’ and employees’ health and safety, as well as protect and conserve the environment
• Comply with the hotel environmental, health and safety policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of previous experience in position is a strong asset
• Experience in the hospitality industry is preferred
• Mechanical & Technical certification is preferred
• Strong problem solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Positive attitude and good communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to)

• Constant standing and walking throughout shift
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs
• Occasional kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting
• Occasional ascending or descending ladders, stairs and ramps

Additional Information

Visa Requirements

Please note that you must be eligible to live and work in Dubai. Swissotel Al Ghurair & Swissotel Living Al Ghurair will cover visa costs and flights for selected candidates from place of origin.

Our Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor?

Guided by our purpose “Pioneering the Art of Responsible Hospitality, Connecting Cultures, with Heartfelt Care.” we empower every team member to bring their passion and creativity to life.

At Accor, we believe that hospitality is a work of heart. We understand the ways in which individual passion for our work and a shared sense of accomplishment create a more rewarding experience for our guests. We foster this culture through a diverse and inclusive workplace that values the contribution of each and every member of our team. We are committed to taking positive action in terms of business ethics and integrity, responsible tourism, sustainable development, community outreach, and diversity and inclusion. With an expansive portfolio of iconic hotels and brands, Accor offers boundless opportunities for career advancement and professional development across the globe.

Joining the team where you can be all you are, grow and create your path, work with purpose, and enjoy and feel valued.

By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/

Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #HOSPITALITY IS A WORK OF HEART