Director of Engineering

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all hotel engineering operations including guest rooms, public areas, and critical technical systems.
• Develop and implement comprehensive preventive and corrective maintenance programmes for electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, and building systems.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing engineering team fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Define and drive long‑term capital improvement, renovation, and infrastructure projects in alignment with ownership and senior management goals.
• Ensure full compliance with local regulations, health, safety, and environmental standards across all engineering activities.
• Establish and oversee engineering budgets, cost controls, and resource allocation to maximise efficiency and return on investment.
• Build strong cross‑departmental relationships to ensure seamless hotel operations and rapid response to emergencies.
• Liaise with external contractors, consultants, and regulatory authorities on behalf of the hotel.
• Report on engineering performance KPIs and project progress to the General Manager and ownership.

• Extensive experience in hotel engineering or facilities management, with a proven track record in a senior leadership role within luxury hospitality.
• Deep technical expertise across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, and building systems.
• Strong strategic planning, budgeting, and capital project management skills.
• Exceptional leadership and people‑management abilities, with experience developing and retaining engineering talent.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical schematics, and engineering manuals.
• Excellent problem‑solving, decision‑making, and communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge of local and international safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Proficiency in engineering management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Fluent in English and Arabic.