Chief Engineer

RIXOS

REF85743E

Doha, Qatar

 

 

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Degree or diploma in Hospitality, Education, Recreation, Childcare, or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering (or related field).
• Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive experience in hotel or resort engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role as Chief Engineer or Assistant Chief Engineer.
• Previous experience in a luxury or five-star property is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety, and energy management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proven project management and budgeting experience.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

 

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Lead and manage the engineering and maintenance team to ensure the smooth operation of all systems, facilities, and technical equipment.
• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs for HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and life safety systems.
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, as well as brand and local standards.
• Support in developing and managing departmental budgets, cost control measures, and energy efficiency initiatives.
• Collaborate with senior management and other departments to support smooth hotel operations.
• Plan and execute capital improvement and renovation projects.
• Ensure timely completion of maintenance requests and guest service calls.
• Conduct regular inspections of the property to identify areas for improvement and ensure consistent maintenance of facilities.
• Lead, motivate, and train team members to deliver exceptional service and technical performance.