Assistant Chief Engineer

Hilton; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 6,166 - 9,249; Full time

Job summary

Hilton in Kuwait is seeking an Assistant Chief Engineer to lead and develop a high-performing maintenance team. In this role, you'll oversee daily maintenance operations, ensure safety and compliance, and drive energy efficiency initiatives.

Your passion for hospitality and integrity will inspire your team, ensuring that service requests are handled effectively and efficiently to provide memorable experiences for every guest.

Join us and be part of a culture that values teamwork and accountability.

Qualifications

• Passion for hospitality and integrity in actions.
• Ability to inspire others and foster teamwork.
• Ownership and accountability in job responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team.
• Assist Chief Engineer with daily maintenance operations.
• Ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
• Oversee contractor work and energy conservation programs.
• Support hotel-wide operational leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Integrity

Teamwork

Accountability

Hospitality

Job description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As an Assistant Chief Engineer, you’re not just overseeing physical building and systems maintenance and repairs – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high‑performing team: Recruit, train, supervise, and mentor team members; conduct performance evaluations, provide professional development opportunities, and recognise achievements to build a motivated and high‑performing team
• Assist Chief Engineer with managing daily maintenance operations: Oversee maintenance activities, prioritize tasks, and verify completion through the property maintenance management system; ensure timely resolution of service requests, guest concerns, and emergencies
• Ensure safety and compliance: Oversee the maintenance of the physical building, mechanical systems, electrical systems, HVAC, and life safety systems, coordinate inspections, and uphold safety and compliance standards in line with national and local regulations
• Assist Chief Engineer with driving engineering performance: Monitor departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including equipment upkeep, audit results, and team productivity and act as needed to improve performance
• Support hotel‑wide operational leadership: Collaborate with the broader hotel leadership team in overseeing evacuation procedures, duty manager coverage, and other safety protocols as needed
• Oversee contractor work: Supervise external contractors and inspect completed work for quality and compliance
• Lead energy efficiency initiatives: Support and oversee property‑wide energy conservation programs to reduce utility costs

Qualifications

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.