Assistant Director of Engineering

Rotana Jabal Omar Makkah; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent hotel in Makkah is seeking an experienced Engineering professional to maintain the hotel facility and its mechanical systems. The ideal candidate will have a degree in mechanical and electrical engineering, along with at least two years of experience in the hospitality industry. Strong problem-solving skills and a focus on customer service are essential. This role demands a proactive approach to maintenance and service delivery, ensuring an attractive environment for guests.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience in a similar role within the hospitality industry.
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Ability to find faults and rectify subsystems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the entire hotel facility and mechanical systems.
• Conduct house tours to assess maintenance operations.
• Ensure completion of all routine maintenance on public spaces.

Skills

Customer Focus

Adaptability

Team Building

Planning for Business

Drive for Results

Education

Degree in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering

Job description

We are currently seeking for passionate and dynamic Engineering professionals who pride themselves on their ability to deliver extraordinary levels of customer service and provide creative solutions to our guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the entire hotel facility, including the physical building structure, all mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems and other related equipment in accordance with energy conservation and preventative maintenance programs
• Ensure the upkeep of guest areas to maintain an attractive hotel
• Conduct house tours and visually assess the safe and efficient maintenance and operation of the physical structures of the hotel, all mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems and any other related equipment
• Verify completion of all routine maintenance on public spaces and verify completion of all repairs, replacement and renovation projects to offices and employee work areas
• Follow prescribed safety procedures for personnel and equipment by the company and OSHA
• Maintain effective energy management and preventive maintenance programs and conduct special training for other operating departments on the safe and efficient use of equipment and energy in the hotel

Education, Qualifications & Experiences

You should ideally have a degree in mechanical and electrical engineering with at least two years experiences in a similar role within the hospitality industry. A good command of written and spoken English and the ability to find fault and rectify subsystems are essentials.

Knowledge & Competencies

The ideal candidate will be able to handle stress and work under pressure and bring along strong administrative skills, an analytical mind and the capability of being able to write concise reports. You will have a high level of self motivation, develop innovative options in the best interest of the hotel while possessing following additional competencies:

• Adaptability
• Customer Focus
• Drive for Results
• Influencing Outcomes
• Leading People
• Managing Operations
• Planning for Business
• Team Building
• Understanding the Business
• Valuing Diversity