Chief Engineer- Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea

InterContinental Hotels Group; Umluj; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Umluj, Saudi Arabia, is seeking a Chief Engineer to ensure the efficient operation of the Engineering department. The role includes managing Fire Life Safety systems, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and supporting the company's sustainability practices. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in operations management and engineering, with strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in operations management and engineering.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Ability to manage maintenance and repair processes effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient operation of the Engineering department.
• Manage day-to-day operations of all Fire Life Safety systems.
• Oversee all health and safety issues for the property.

Skills

Operational management

Logistical management

Fire Life Safety systems knowledge

Health and safety compliance

Team leadership

Job description

Chief Engineer- Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea

In this role, I will ensure the efficient operation of the Engineering department to provide exceptional products and services within Six Senses brand operating standards and budget.

In this role, I will work strategically with the Director of Engineering to develop cohesive and productive goals for my department and establish procedures/guidelines to achieve them. I will support an overall consistency of the Company’s vision, quality/standards and develop concepts consistent with brand identity.

My scope of work includes: (please review points below and localize)

Responsibilities

• Keep abreast of industry trends and practices and update knowledge and skills to improve the product and service offering.
• Focus on the rejuvenation of the department.
• Ensure that products and services will be constantly assessed and reviewed to remain relevant, innovative and in keeping with Six Senses wellness and sustainability practices.
• Focus and review regularly through my physical presence, our rigorous adherence to LQA standards.
• Manage the day-to-day operations’ logistical management, maintenance, and repair of all Fire Life Safety systems.
• Complete guest requests and support all operational departments when and as required and instructed by the DOE.
• Responsible for the day-to-day operations’ logistical management, maintenance, and repair of all tasks highlighted in the HUB service call system.
• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the property’s water bodies.
• Logistical management of all outside vendors to complete any servicing of equipment.
• Management and completion of record keeping and documentation and reports as specified by Six Senses brand guidelines.
• First responder to all Life/Fire safety issues as well as occasional risk /loss activities.
• Ownership and coordination oversight of all Health and safety issues relating to the property.
• Manage tasks assigned to FLS / Health and safety and energy conservation committees.
• Ensure the product remains in optimal order and in keeping with Six Senses wellness and sustainability practices.
• Minimize payroll costs by maximizing productivity and efficient scheduling of hosts.
• Prepare and submit legally required and confidential documentation related to the operation.
• Complete accurately all corporate reporting requirements for the role.
• Attend or conduct the designated meetings and briefings as instructed by my Manager.
• Perform any additional duties given to me by my manager.