Cluster Director of Engineering

Holiday Inn; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospitality company as a Cluster Director of Engineering in Kuwait. This pivotal role involves strategic oversight and hands-on leadership across multiple properties, focusing on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. Drive engineering operations while cultivating a culture of collaboration and service, ensuring high standards and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Engineering/Maintenance operations, ideally in a leadership capacity.
• In-depth knowledge of hospitality facilities standards and safety practices.
• A hands-on leader with a proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supervising engineering operations across a cluster of hotels.
• Driving sustainability initiatives and managing engineering budgets.
• Conducting inspections to ensure functionality and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Collaboration

Innovation

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Relevant degree or certification in Engineering or Facilities Management

Health & Safety training or certification

Job description

Do you have the vision to lead engineering excellence across a cluster of iconic IHG properties? We are looking for an accomplished and forward-thinking Cluster Director of Engineering to join our leadership team at Crowne Plaza & Holiday Inn Kuwait. This role requires strategic oversight, hands-on leadership, and a drive to foster innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

• Providing transformative leadership through coaching, feedback, and succession planning to develop a strong talent pipeline across the cluster.
• Offering strategic guidance and executive support to the General Manager and leadership teams to meet the hotel’s goals.
• Leading and supervising the entire engineering operation, including the Maintenance Request System, preventive maintenance, and capital projects.
• Driving sustainability initiatives and embedding IHG’s Journey to Tomorrow goals at the property level.
• Overseeing general cost controls, budgeting, and P&L performance for engineering operations, while ensuring optimal resource utilization.
• Managing and administering all engineering contracts and ensuring full compliance with safety and legal regulations.
• Conducting regular inspections of guest rooms, plant equipment, and back-of-house areas to ensure functionality, safety, and standards compliance.
• Leading the design, pricing, and execution of CAPEX projects, from concept to commissioning.
• Collaborating closely with Food & Beverage and Operations teams to support technical innovation and new concept activation.
• Cultivating strong relationships with suppliers, contractors, and internal departments to drive synergy and operational efficiency.
• Fostering an inclusive workplace culture, empowering your team to thrive and deliver their best every day.
• Ensuring engineering services enhance guest satisfaction, operational readiness, and brand compliance.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders and fostering a proactive, service-driven environment.

What we need from you:

• Extensive experience in Engineering/Maintenance operations, ideally in a leadership capacity within a multi-property or complex hotel environment.
• In-depth knowledge of hospitality facilities standards, regulatory compliance, and safety practices.
• A hands-on leader with a proactive mindset, capable of driving business improvement strategies and implementing robust systems.
• Skilled in navigating diverse viewpoints and fostering collaboration across multicultural teams.
• Strong project management skills with a proven record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Proven financial acumen, with experience managing engineering budgets, optimizing labor, and controlling expenses.
• A passion for innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
• A relevant degree or certification in Engineering or Facilities Management. Health & Safety training or certification is a plus.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage.

Company Industry

• Hotels
• Hospitality

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