Repair & Maintenance Engineer at InterContinental Dubai Marina Hotel & Residences - United Arab Emirates - IHG

Description

As the world's largest family of luxury hotels, we all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental brand. Shaped by decades of international know-how and local insights, our passion for luxury travel spans cultures and customs. Inspiring us to create warm and sophisticated experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world.

Each of our hotels cultivates a distinctive style and ambiance where we embrace every opportunity to give our guests a personal and enriching experience. If you'd like to embrace a wider world of experiences and opportunities, we'd like to welcome you to join InterContinental Dubai Marina Hotel & Residences as Repair & Maintenance Engineer.

InterContinental Dubai Marina is a Five Star luxury hotel & residence in the heart of Dubai Marina with 328 rooms and residence suites, flexible event space and restaurants & bars. With over 30 languages and countries represented by the staff, the hotel weaves together an international five-star presence.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

Your role will include but not be limited to:

• Lead and supervise the Engineering department, ensuring smooth operation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, water treatment, and life safety systems.

• Plan, implement, and monitor the hotel's preventive maintenance program to minimize downtime.

• Inspect property conditions, mechanical systems, and furnishings to ensure compliance with brand and safety standards.

• Prepare and manage departmental budgets, ensuring expenditure control and operational efficiency.

• Recommend changes in processes, materials, and equipment, in order to enhance service levels and improve operational efficiency.

• Responsible for maintaining the physical plant and monitoring the operating efficiency of the plant.

• Co-ordinate with Housekeeping, Front Office, and other departments on preventive maintenance of rooms and other repair work.

• Maintain the complaint management & maintenance request system and ensure timely response to all the complaints and maintenance requests.

• Coordinate repair work, system upgrades, and vendor management for engineering-related projects.

• Maintain accurate SOPs, maintenance logs, and compliance documentation for regulatory and audit standards.

• Recruit, train, and evaluate engineering team members, promoting skill development and succession planning.

• Collaborate with hotel operations and other departments to support seamless day-to-day functioning.

• Manage technical training and emergency readiness programs, including fire safety drills in coordination with the Security team.

• Understand diagrams, drafts, flow-charts, and other information and documentation.

• Drafting & annotation in AutoCAD program.

Why you will love this job:

• Work in a dynamic, high-energy environment where no two days are the same.

• Learn new skills, receive mentorship, and have opportunities for career growth.

• Be part of a supportive team that values collaboration and fun.

• Enjoy benefits like staff discounts, and a creative, inspiring workplace.

Ideally, you'll have some or all the following qualifications and experience we're looking for:

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Engineering or an equivalent technical discipline.

• At least 3 years of engineering leadership experience in hospitality or facilities management.

• Strong technical knowledge of building systems, preventive maintenance, and energy efficiency.

• Proven ability to manage budgets, projects, and multidisciplinary teams.

• Skilled in engineering management software and standard computer applications.

• Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to thrive under pressure.

• UAE work experience preferred.

What you can expect from us:

We provide our team members with everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including impressive room discounts, and some of the best training in the industry.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, promoting a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. We always welcome different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow, and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and become part of our ever-growing global family. Apply today and embark on your next exciting career journey with us

As the world's first and most global luxury hotel brand, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has pioneered international travel since the 1940s, we are passionate about sharing our renowned international know-how and cultural wisdom in truly impressive surroundings. We all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental brand and to be part of the brand you will have a thirst for travel, passion for culture and appreciation for diversity. We create inspiring experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world. If you'd like to embrace a world of opportunities, we'd like to welcome you to the world's most international luxury hotel brand.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.