Chief Engineer

Accor; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 299,000 - 375,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading conservation-focused hotel group in Saudi Arabia seeks a Chief Engineer to oversee infrastructure and systems at Mantis Al Baha. This role involves strategic oversight, technical leadership, and compliance with safety protocols, with a strong emphasis on sustainability. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of engineering leadership experience and relevant academic credentials. Exceptional benefits and growth opportunities are included.

Benefits

Competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses

Continuous learning and development opportunities

Local and global accommodation, dining, and lifestyle benefits

Access to extensive learning and development courses

Personalized reward programs and incentives

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of hospitality engineering leadership, ideally with pre-opening exposure.
• Strong knowledge of CMMS, sustainability practices, and risk mitigation.
• Certifications: NEBOSH, LEED, or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical operations of Mantis Al Baha, ensuring excellence and safety.
• Oversee HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and building systems.
• Develop and manage engineering operational and capital budgets.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Hospitality Engineering Leadership

Sustainability Practices

Budget Management

Team Leadership

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Mantis is a leading, conservation-focused hotel group with eco-lodges, waterways and eco-escapes located all over the world. Sustainable travellers have been enjoying eco-tourism, safaris and adventure travel with Mantis since 2000. Rooted in conservation, Mantis pursues sustainable business practices and develops tourism products that are respectful of the environment and communities in which they operate. Whether small and intimate or vast and complex, on a sweeping African plain, beach-side escape or bustling city, each is an exceptional place for guests to find themselves. While uniquely different in the experiences they offer, all are linked through a collective obsession to be extraordinary, to be rare in a world that mass-produces sameness.

Job Description

As Chief Engineer, you will lead the technical heartbeat of Mantis Al Baha, where infrastructure supports experience and every system tells a story. This role blends strategic oversight with hands‑on leadership, ensuring operational excellence, safety compliance, and long‑term asset resilience in harmony with nature and brand values.

Operational Leadership

• Oversee HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and building systems across resort and adventure park zones
• Implement CMMS‑driven preventive maintenance programs for all guests and back‑of‑house areas
• Ensure rapid, guest‑sensitive response to technical issues
• Lead the planning, development, and operational rollout of staff accommodation facilities, ensuring compliance, comfort, and seamless transition from pre‑opening to post‑opening phases.

Strategic Planning & Budgeting

• Develop and manage engineering OpEx and CapEx budgets
• Lead lifecycle planning and asset protection strategies
• Provide owner‑facing justifications for technical investments
• Design and implement energy‑efficient systems and lifecycle cost models to optimize long‑term asset value and reduce environmental impact.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure full compliance with Saudi building codes, fire safety, and Accor audit protocols
• Champion Energy Management, Environmental, and Occupational Health & Safety programs
• Lead internal audits and coordinate external inspections

Team Development

• Recruit, train, and mentor a high‑performing engineering team
• Conduct performance reviews and succession planning
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Support the Saudization strategy by mentoring and developing young Saudi engineering talent, fostering long‑term career pathways and technical excellence.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Rooms Division, F&B, and Adventure Park operations to align infrastructure with guest experience
• Actively contribute to ExCom strategy and hotel‑wide initiatives
• Act as technical liaison with local authorities, contractors, and Accor engineering network to ensure timely approvals and brand‑aligned execution.

Brand & Guest Experience Integration

• Embed MANTIS storytelling into infrastructure and technical touchpoints
• Support pre‑opening readiness and phased deployment of systems
• Promote eco‑lodge principles and nature‑based engineering solutions

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 10 years of hospitality engineering leadership, ideally with pre‑opening exposure
• Strong knowledge of CMMS, sustainability practices, and risk mitigation
• Proven ability to manage budgets, lead teams, and drive compliance
• Certifications: NEBOSH, LEED, or equivalent preferred

Benefits, Rewards, Motivations

• Lucrative Rewards: Your efforts won't go unnoticed – anticipate a competitive salary package with generous performance‑based bonuses and incentives.
• Personal Growth: Unlock your full potential and pursue your personal goals through continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Industry Perks: Enjoy local and global benefits on accommodation, dining, and lifestyle services.
• Learning Opportunities: Access Accor's extensive learning and development platform, offering thousands of courses to expand your knowledge and skills.
• Recognition and Rewards: Personalized reward programs, bonuses, and incentives in addition to a competitive base salary.