Cluster Chief Engineer

Rotana Hotel Management Corporation; Saudi Arabia; On-site; USD 72,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise hôtelière de renom recherche un Chief Engineer à Khobar, en Arabie Saoudite. Le candidat idéal aura une expérience significative dans l'industrie hôtelière, avec une expertise en maintenance des installations mécaniques et électriques. Ce poste clé implique la supervision des équipes techniques et la gestion de projets de maintenance essentiels à la qualité de service.

Qualifications

• Diplôme en ingénierie mécanique ou électrique requis.
• Au moins 7 ans d'expérience dans un rôle similaire.
• Maîtrise de l'anglais écrit et parlé essentielle.

Responsibilities

• Organiser des programmes de maintenance préventive pour équipements.
• Superviser le personnel de maintenance et les travailleurs contractuels.
• Rédiger des spécifications pour travaux électriques et mécaniques.

Skills

Adaptability

Customer Focus

Drive for Results

Influencing Outcomes

Leading People

Managing Operations

Planning for Business

Team Building

Understanding the Business

Valuing Diversity

Education

Mechanical and Electrical Engineering

Job description

# Cluster Chief Engineer

Job Description

We are currently seeking passionate and dynamic engineering professionals who pride themselves on delivering extraordinary customer service and providing creative solutions to our guests.

As a Chief Engineer / Director of Engineering, you will be responsible for all matters related to the repairs and maintenance of the physical plant and engineering facilities within the hotel. This includes maintaining all mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment such as heating and ventilation systems. Your key responsibilities will include:

1. Organizing and setting up preventive maintenance programs for all electrical and mechanical equipment, including general building works.
2. Advising the General Manager and the Corporate Vice President - Engineering and Technical Services of any issues at all times.
3. Supervising maintenance staff and contract workers performing minor building works, electrical, and mechanical installations.
4. Liaising with contractors, writing specifications for electrical, mechanical, and related building works, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and inspecting contractor work upon completion.
5. Overseeing the maintenance of all life safety systems throughout the hotel and reporting major defects.
6. Ensuring all administrative files are up to date, including drawings, specifications, equipment manuals, and maintenance records.
7. Recommending and evaluating energy conservation programs, ensuring their implementation, and investigating wastage.

Skills

Education, Qualifications & Experiences

Ideally, you should hold a degree in mechanical and electrical engineering with at least three years of experience in a similar role within the hospitality industry. Proficiency in written and spoken English, along with the ability to diagnose faults and rectify subsystems, is essential.

Knowledge & Competencies

The successful candidate will handle stress well, work under pressure, and possess strong administrative and analytical skills. You should be self-motivated, innovative, and capable of writing concise reports. Key competencies include:

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

Education

Mechanical and Electrical Engineering

Job Location

Khobar, Saudi Arabia

Experience

Minimum 7 years, maximum 15 years

Residence Location

Saudi Arabia