Pool Technician - Hotel Engineering Operations

Accor Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 33,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor's Swissotel Al Murooj in Downtown Dubai seeks a Pool Technician to maintain hotel pools and related systems. The role emphasizes water quality, equipment reliability, and safety, with 1–2 years' hands-on experience in pool operations within a hospitality setting.

The technician will work with the Engineering team to ensure safe, clean, and compliant pool facilities, keeping records up to date and supporting project upgrades as required.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience operating and maintaining swimming pool systems in hospitality.
• Practical knowledge of pool water treatment and preventive maintenance.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards and chemical handling.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain pool filtration, circulation, heating, and chemical dosing systems.
• Monitor pumps, filters, heaters, valves, and control systems for correct operation.
• Test pool water and adjust chlorine, pH, and alkalinity levels.
• Record water testing results and maintain maintenance documentation.
• Respond promptly to pool maintenance requests and guest safety concerns.
• Assist in installation, replacement, and upgrade of pool equipment.

Skills

Swimming pool maintenance

Pool water treatment

Pool filtration systems

Pool circulation systems

Chemical dosing systems

Chlorine control

pH control

Alkalinity testing

Water quality testing

Pool pumps

Pool filters

Pool heaters

Pool plant rooms

Preventive maintenance

Corrective maintenance

Equipment troubleshooting

Leak detection

Chemical handling

Chemical storage

Testing equipment

Maintenance records

Daily job sheets

Equipment installation support

Spare parts control

Pool hygiene

Health and safety compliance

Environmental compliance

Operational Standards Manual

Engineering coordination

Guest safety

Maintenance reporting

Job description

Pool Technician - Hotel Engineering Operations Job Snapshot Role: Pool Technician - Hotel Engineering Operations Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Hospitality Function: Installation-Maintenance-Repair Experience: 1-2 years Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview Pool Technician - Hotel Engineering Operations in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is a Hospitality opportunity for an experienced technician with practical knowledge of swimming pool systems, water treatment, filtration, circulation, chemical dosing, and preventive maintenance. Accor is hiring a Pool Technician for Swissotel Al Murooj to maintain safe water quality, reliable pool equipment, hygienic facilities, and accurate maintenance records while supporting the wider Engineering team. The role requires hands-on technical capability, strong awareness of health and safety standards, disciplined chemical handling, accurate water testing, and the ability to respond quickly to equipment faults, abnormal readings, leaks, and guest safety concerns.

Job Details Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Industry: Hospitality Function: Installation-Maintenance-Repair Salary: 3000-5000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Pool Technician is responsible for keeping hotel swimming pools and associated systems safe, clean, balanced, and continuously operational. This includes maintaining pumps, filters, heaters, dosing equipment, circulation systems, plant rooms, pool decks, drains, and testing devices. Accurate monitoring and preventive maintenance are essential because pool water quality and equipment reliability directly affect guest safety, hotel compliance, operational continuity, and the overall leisure experience. The technician works closely with the Engineering team and other departments to resolve issues quickly and prevent avoidable downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain swimming pool filtration, circulation, heating, and chemical dosing systems.
• Monitor pool pumps, filters, heaters, valves, control systems, and related equipment for correct operation.
• Perform routine inspections to identify faults, leaks, abnormal readings, wear, or potential safety concerns.
• Test pool water systematically using approved testing equipment.
• Maintain correct chlorine, pH, alkalinity, and other required chemical levels.
• Record all water testing results accurately and retain documentation for operational and compliance review.
• Adjust chemical dosing systems when readings fall outside approved parameters.
• Handle, store, and use pool chemicals according to hotel procedures, manufacturer instructions, and safety requirements.
• Maintain chemical storage areas in a clean, organized, and secure condition.
• Keep swimming pools, decks, drains, plant rooms, and surrounding areas clean and hygienic.
• Maintain pool maintenance tools, testing devices, and equipment in safe working condition.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests relating to pools, water quality, mechanical equipment, and guest safety.
• Complete both minor and major pool maintenance assignments within the technician's scope.
• Prepare and return completed job sheets to the Engineering Office without unnecessary delay.
• Maintain accurate daily job records for inspection and reporting purposes.
• Report equipment defects, leaks, abnormal chemical readings, or system failures immediately to the Engineering Supervisor.
• Assist in diagnosing and correcting pool equipment problems.
• Identify the cause of recurring water quality or mechanical issues and support effective corrective action.
• Maintain required stock levels of pool chemicals, testing materials, spare parts, cleaning supplies, and tools.
• Report replenishment requirements before operational stock reaches critical levels.
• Follow the approved daily maintenance task list and complete assigned activities within required timelines.
• Conduct regular inspections beyond scheduled tasks to identify emerging maintenance or safety needs.
• Support installation, replacement, and upgrade of new pool equipment where assigned.
• Assist the Engineering team with pool improvement and refurbishment projects.
• Respond immediately to guest complaints or concerns involving pool temperature, water quality, cleanliness, or safety.
• Coordinate with relevant departments when an issue requires wider operational attention.
• Maintain compliance with hotel policies and Operational Standards Manual requirements.
• Follow applicable health, safety, environmental, and hygiene regulations.
• Support responsible energy and water use during pool operation and maintenance.
• Recommend improvements to operating methods, maintenance routines, water treatment, or equipment performance.
• Share relevant technical knowledge with colleagues and support cross-training where required.
• Participate in training programs and professional development activities.
• Maintain knowledge of hotel facilities and Engineering operations relevant to the role.
• Maintain professional grooming and conduct throughout each shift.
• Work cooperatively with Engineering colleagues and other hotel departments.
• Analyze technical problems systematically and develop practical action plans for timely resolution.
• Perform additional Engineering duties reasonably assigned by supervisors.

Ideal Profile

• 1-2 years of experience operating and maintaining swimming pool systems within a five-star hotel or comparable Hospitality environment.
• Practical knowledge of pool water treatment systems.
• Experience with filtration, circulation, pumps, heaters, and chemical dosing equipment.
• Strong understanding of chlorine, pH, alkalinity, and general pool water balance.
• Able to conduct accurate water testing and maintain complete operational records.
• Familiarity with safe chemical handling, storage, and dosing procedures.
• Understanding of health, hygiene, safety, and environmental requirements related to swimming pool operation.
• Able to troubleshoot mechanical and water-quality problems using a structured approach.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance routines and technical inspections.
• Comfortable working independently on assigned maintenance tasks.
• Able to respond quickly to urgent pool-related issues.
• Strong teamwork and communication ability.
• Able to coordinate effectively with Engineering personnel and other hotel departments.
• Familiarity with Operational Standards Manual requirements and hotel maintenance practices.
• Detail-oriented approach to documentation, inspections, and chemical control.
• Committed to maintaining consistently high standards of guest safety and facility presentation.

Skills Set

• Swimming pool maintenance
• Pool water treatment
• Pool filtration systems
• Pool circulation systems
• Chemical dosing systems
• Chlorine control
• pH control
• Alkalinity testing
• Water quality testing
• Pool pumps
• Pool filters
• Pool heaters
• Pool plant rooms
• Pool equipment inspection
• Preventive maintenance
• Corrective maintenance
• Equipment troubleshooting
• Leak detection
• Chemical handling
• Chemical storage
• Testing equipment
• Maintenance records
• Daily job sheets
• Equipment installation support
• Spare parts control
• Pool hygiene
• Health and safety compliance
• Environmental compliance
• Operational Standards Manual
• Engineering coordination
• Guest safety
• Maintenance reporting

Why Join Us

This role offers the opportunity to build specialist technical experience within the Engineering function of a busy Downtown Dubai hotel. Pool technicians develop practical expertise in water treatment, mechanical systems, chemical control, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, safety compliance, and guest-facing operational support. For technicians seeking long-term growth within Hospitality engineering, the position can provide a strong foundation for advancement into broader Engineering Technician, Engineering Supervisor, facilities maintenance, or hotel engineering roles within Accor 's international network.

About the Company

Accor is a global hospitality group operating a diverse portfolio of hotel brands across international destinations. Swissotel Al Murooj is located in Downtown Dubai opposite The Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa, with convenient access to Dubai Metro, DIFC, Dubai World Trade Centre, and Dubai International Airport, serving business and leisure guests in one of the city 's most prominent hospitality districts.