About the Role
This position involves supervising daily engineering operations and leading a team of technicians to ensure the efficient functioning of all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems, as well as HVAC systems. The successful candidate will be crucial in maintaining guest satisfaction by promptly addressing engineering issues, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and overseeing preventive and corrective maintenance tasks.
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Key Responsibilities
- Supervise daily engineering operations and lead a team of technicians.
- Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance for all MEP and HVAC systems.
- Ensure prompt response and resolution of guest room engineering issues (AC, plumbing, electrical, fixtures).
- Monitor and troubleshoot building management systems (BMS), fire alarms, fire pumps, and life-safety systems.
- Manage maintenance of chillers, pumps, boilers, electrical panels, and plumbing networks.
- Coordinate with contractors for specialized repairs and technical services.
- Ensure compliance with Dubai Civil Defense, DM, DEWA, and SIRA standards.
- Conduct safety inspections, risk assessments, and ensure compliance with lockout/tagout (LOTO) and personal protective equipment (PPE) regulations.
- Support authority inspections, certifications, and permit renewals.
- Maintain accurate work orders, maintenance logs, and spare-parts inventory.
- Assign tasks, train technicians, and support technical skill development.
- Oversee room maintenance schedules and support guest satisfaction through timely services.
- Assist with capital expenditure (CAPEX) projects, renovations, and system upgrades for the high-rise building.
- Analyze system performance and recommend energy-saving improvements.
Qualifications
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in engineering within hotels, mixed-use towers, or high-rise buildings.
- At least 1–2 years in a supervisory or team-leader role.
- Hands-on experience managing complex systems such as chillers, plant rooms, BMS, fire systems, and elevators.
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