Chief Engineer

COREcruitment; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is seeking an experienced Chief Engineer for its establishment in Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will oversee the maintenance of all hotel assets, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and managing the engineering team. Responsibilities include preparing budgets, creating maintenance schedules, and responding to guest complaints. Ideal candidates should have over five years of relevant experience and strong leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary package of SAR 8500 - 10000 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience, preferably in the hospitality industry.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the repair and maintenance of hotel assets including mechanical and plumbing systems.
• Create and manage a proactive, cost-effective maintenance schedule.
• Ensure compliance with fire, health, and safety regulations.
• Supervise, train, and mentor the engineering team, assigning tasks.
• Prepare and manage maintenance budgets and negotiate with vendors.
• Respond promptly to guest complaints regarding maintenance issues.

Skills

Leadership skills

Project management

Communication skills

Job description

CHIEF ENGINEER- SAUDI ARABIA

We are on the hunt for an experienced Chief Engineer looking for their next opportunity. The Chief Engineer will be responsible for assisting the DOE in the cost-effective and efficient management of the overall performance and day-to-day operations of the establishment. Additionally, the Chief Engineer will also be responsible for the day-to-day facility in accordance with agreed plans and strategies.

We are looking for someone with high energy and great personality!

Role brief:

• Oversee the repair and maintenance of all hotel assets, including mechanical systems, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, and structural components.
• Create, implement, and manage a proactive, cost-effective maintenance schedule for guest rooms and public areas.
• Ensure all facilities comply with fire, health, and safety regulations, including conducting regular safety inspections and managing life/safety equipment.
• Supervise, train, and mentor the engineering team, assigning daily tasks and work orders.
• Prepare and manage capital and repairs/maintenance budgets; negotiate with contractors and vendors for services.
• Respond promptly to guest complaints regarding room maintenance issues.

What we are looking for:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience, preferably with relevant experience in the hospitality industry.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage emergency situations.

Salary package: SAR 8500 - 10000 + benefits