Engineering Supervisor - Four Seasons Resort and Residences AMAALA at Triple Bay

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Engineering Supervisor to join their pre-opening team at a luxurious resort along Saudi Arabia's stunning northwest coast. This leadership role involves overseeing the final stages of construction, ensuring all systems meet high standards of quality and safety. You'll coordinate with various teams, manage engineering tasks, and promote a culture of excellence and sustainability. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an exceptional guest experience in a breathtaking environment, making it an exciting career move for those passionate about engineering and hospitality.

Benefits

Competitive salary in a tax-free environment

Housing and transportation allowances

30 days of vacation plus public holidays

Paid home leave tickets

Complimentary meals and uniform cleaning

Medical and life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Worldwide complimentary room nights

Opportunities for growth and development

Additional family benefits

Qualifications

• 3+ years of engineering experience in luxury hotels or large facilities.
• Strong technical knowledge in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering leadership in reviewing technical specifications and installations.
• Supervise handover of equipment and ensure operational readiness.

Skills

Mechanical Systems

Electrical Systems

Plumbing

HVAC

Fire Life Safety Systems

Energy Management Systems

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Education

Diploma or Degree in Engineering

Facilities Management

Tools

Hotsos

CMMS Platforms

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:
AMAALA is situated along Saudi Arabia's northwest coast and is home to some of the most diverse natural environments. Marking a new chapter for comprehensive wellness tourism, Four Seasons Resort and Residences AMAALA at Triple Bay will feature 220 keys comprising of rooms and suites, as well as villas with their own private pools, and 26 branded residential villas, all thoughtfully designed to offer breathtaking bay and sea views. The resort will include a luxury spa nestled within its garden of tranquility and inspiration featuring a sculptured waterfall. The Organic Spa Garden will be a focal point and treatment experience set to stimulate the senses, offering extensive therapeutic remedies including halotherapy, cryotherapy, and advanced skin therapies. For fitness enthusiasts, the property will offer a bespoke collaboration with fitness trainer Harley Pasternak to seamlessly merge high-performance training with the limitless potential of Triple Bay's 300 hectares (741 acres) of untouched hills, wadis, and beaches. The pristine terrain includes trails perfect for canyoning and exploring the rugged cliffs and valleys. Guests and residents can also take part in an array of guided hikes, mountain biking, and equestrian bridle trails, or work on their game at the spectacular 27-hole oceanfront golf course.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Engineering Supervisor to join the pre-opening team at Four Seasons Resort and Residences AMAALA at Triple Bay. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will assist in leading the Engineering team through the final stages of construction, testing, commissioning, operational setup, and the smooth transition into daily maintenance activities. You will be responsible for ensuring all systems and equipment meet Four Seasons' standards of quality, efficiency, and safety, supporting both project readiness and ongoing operations.

What You Will Do

• Support the Engineering leadership team in reviewing technical specifications, MEP installations, and testing procedures to ensure compliance with operational standards.
• Participate actively in inspections, snagging, commissioning, and system testing processes alongside contractors and consultants.
• Supervise the handover of equipment, technical documentation, warranties, and asset tagging to ensure complete and accurate operational transitions.
• Oversee the setup and data entry of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (Hotsos), including asset registration, preventive maintenance schedules, and task generation.
• Coordinate closely with contractors and project teams to ensure timely rectification of defects, completion of punch lists, and successful system handovers.
• Assist in setting up engineering workshops, storerooms, organizing tools, spare parts, and implementing energy monitoring systems.
• Organize and supervise technical training for the engineering team on newly installed systems, such as HVAC, BMS, generators, elevators, and fire life safety equipment.
• Maintain comprehensive records of commissioning certificates, inspection reports, service agreements, and compliance documentation.
• Plan and oversee preventive maintenance activities for all critical equipment prior to and post-opening to ensure optimal operational reliability.
• Conduct regular site walks and inspections to ensure all health, safety, and fire life safety standards are fully adhered to.
• Coordinate with Housekeeping, Security, Food & Beverage, and other operational departments to ensure the resort's technical readiness.
• Manage and assign engineering tasks, ensuring efficient and timely responses to snagging items, maintenance requests, and last-minute project adjustments.
• Transition into daily supervision of maintenance operations, including preventive maintenance programs, guest room repairs, public area maintenance, and emergency responses.
• Promote a culture of safety, sustainability, and service excellence within the Engineering team through hands-on leadership and training.

What You Bring

• A diploma or degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 3 years of engineering experience in luxury hotels, resorts, or large facilities, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong technical knowledge in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire life safety systems, and energy management systems.
• Proven experience with pre-opening activities including commissioning, snagging, defect management, and system handover processes.
• Familiarity with CMMS platforms, particularly Hotsos, and strong skills in asset and preventive maintenance management.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with a proactive and detail-oriented approach.
• Ability to perform under pressure in a dynamic pre-opening environment, adapt quickly to changes, and manage shifting operational priorities.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic is a strong advantage.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary in a tax-free environment.
• Housing and transportation allowances.
• 30 days of vacation plus public holidays.
• Paid home leave tickets.
• Complimentary meals and uniform cleaning.
• Medical and life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program and worldwide complimentary room nights.
• Opportunities for growth and development.
• Additional family benefits.

Schedule & Hours
This is a full-time leadership role with flexible working hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, depending on project timelines and operational needs.