Duty Engineer

Nature lovers will relish the open terrain of Ras Al Khaimah. From balmy waters to golden shorelines to rugged desert, adventure abounds. Charter a yacht and sail off into the sunset. Ride across rolling dunes and conquer the mountain peak of Jebel Jais.

• To plan and manage all preventative maintenance work, new projects, extensions, and renovations.
• To comply with all statutory and legal requirements for fire, health and safety licensing and provide all necessary safety equipment required for work to be carried out efficiently and safely.
• To continually monitor the responsible use of energy in the hotel, and implement measures resulting in energy cost savings.
• To manage the department, in the absence of the Chief Engineer.
• Ensure that all maintenance requests are prioritised and are dealt with in an efficient manner, by technically proficient and guest-friendly technicians
• He/she ideally should be certified in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Must be familiar with the operations and priorities of all other hotel operating departments.
• Advise other colleagues on Health & Safety rules and processes.
• Performing related duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Building Services Engineering.
• Experience in a luxury hotels & Resorts.
• Relevant technical certifications in HVAC, electrical systems, plumbing, or building maintenance are beneficial.
• Good knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, water supply, drainage, and mechanical systems.
• Understanding of chillers, boilers, pumps, generators, AHUs, FCUs, BMS, elevators, and fire & life-safety systems.
• Ability to read technical drawings, electrical diagrams, and equipment manuals.
• Knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Familiarity with energy management and utility monitoring.
• Basic knowledge of building automation/BMS and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Understanding of the high service standards expected in luxury hotels and resorts.
• Ability to respond quickly to guest-room engineering complaints and emergencies.
• Coordination with Housekeeping, Front Office, Security, F&B, and other hotel departments.
• Ability to carry out maintenance work while minimizing disruption to guests.
• Good understanding of hotel preventive-maintenance schedules and engineering logbooks.
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety, fire safety, emergency procedures, and safe working practices.
• Awareness of relevant local building, electrical, environmental, and fire-safety regulations.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Ability to remain calm during breakdowns and emergencies.
• Attention to detail and strong safety awareness.
• Good time management and ability to prioritize urgent maintenance requests.
• Professional appearance and a guest-focused attitude.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, and public holidays.

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