Painter

Ennismore; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Rixos is seeking a skilled Painter to join our luxury hotel operations in the United Arab Emirates. You will perform interior and exterior painting across guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house spaces, ensuring premium five-star presentation and finishes.

The role requires 2-3 years of hotel painting experience and knowledge of safety practices for paints and chemicals in UAE environments. Candidates should be prepared for rotating shifts and strict hygiene standards, with a focus on guest

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience as a Painter in a luxury hotel, resort, or similar hospitality setting.
• Experience in hotel maintenance/refurbishment is an advantage.
• Knowledge of UAE HSE requirements and safe handling of paints and chemicals is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out painting and decorative works in guest rooms, public areas, restaurants, corridors, and external areas.
• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, filling cracks, and applying primers and paints.
• Apply various finishes (emulsion, enamel, textured, epoxy) while meeting five-star standards.
• Protect furnishings and surfaces from paint splashes and damage; maintain cleanliness during work.

Skills

Painter

Job description

Established in 2000 in Turkey, Rixos pioneers the 'ALL Inclusive, ALL Exclusive' concept, inviting guests to discover a world of possibilities, with luxurious stays, inclusive of culinary delights from around the globe, live entertainment, daily sports, and fitness activities, sensorial spa and wellness journeys and fun-filled kids and teens activities. Each Rixos property presents a unique experience inspired by local culture, global influences, and our Turkish heritage, all within a setting of unparalleled luxury.

Job Description

• Carry out painting and decorative works in guest rooms, villas, public areas, restaurants, corridors, offices, back-of-house areas, and external areas.
• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, scraping, filling cracks/holes, removing old paint, and applying appropriate primers.
• Apply emulsion, enamel, textured, epoxy, waterproof, and other approved paint finishes as required.
• Ensure all painting works meet the property\'s five-star quality and presentation standards.
• Perform touch-up and corrective painting works promptly in guest and operational areas.
• Match existing colours, textures, and finishes accurately when carrying out maintenance works.
• Protect furniture, flooring, fixtures, fittings, and other surfaces from paint splashes and damage.
• Maintain proper cleanliness and housekeeping of the work area during and after completion.
• Inspect painted surfaces for defects such as peeling, cracks, uneven coverage, stains, or colour mismatch and rectify accordingly.
• Assist with painting and refurbishment projects during room renovations, public-area upgrades, and preventive maintenance programs.
• Follow daily work schedules, maintenance requests, and work orders assigned by the Engineering team.
• Maintain and properly use painting tools, equipment, ladders, and materials.
• Ensure paint, chemicals, and other materials are stored safely and used according to manufacturer instructions.
• Follow all HSE, fire safety, chemical handling, PPE, and resort safety procedures.
• Coordinate with other Engineering trades to ensure work is completed efficiently and with minimum disruption to guests.
• Report any major surface defects, water leakage, dampness, mould, or structural issues identified during painting works to the supervisor.
• Support emergency and urgent maintenance requirements when required.
• Maintain professional appearance and behaviour when working in guest-facing areas.
• Respect guest privacy and ensure minimum disturbance to guests while carrying out maintenance activities.
• Participate in preventive maintenance programs and resort improvement projects.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties assigned by the Engineering management.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience as a Painter, preferably within a five-star hotel, luxury resort, or similar hospitality environment.
• Experience in hotel/resort maintenance and refurbishment projects is an advantage.
• Knowledge of UAE HSE requirements and safe handling of paints and chemicals is preferred.

Additional Information

• Flexible to work rotating shifts, weekends, and public holidays as required by operational needs
• Physically fit and able to perform rescues, extended standing, and outdoor duties in varying weather conditions
• Demonstrates strong teamwork, discipline, and professionalism in high-pressure environments
• Committed to maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and guest satisfaction
• Willing to participate in training, emergency drills, and continuous skills development