The Engineering Coordinator supports the hotel’s Engineering and Maintenance Department with administration, scheduling, work-order coordination, records, purchasing follow-up and communication between technicians, suppliers and hotel departments. Candidates are generally expected to have administrative or engineering-support experience, good computer and organizational skills, and strong written and spoken English. A hospitality, facilities or maintenance background is advantageous. The role requires accuracy, responsiveness, teamwork and the ability to manage several requests in a busy hotel environment. As an Emirati National position, the successful candidate should meet UAE national employment requirements and demonstrate a professional attitude, confidentiality, reliability and willingness to learn hotel engineering procedures, safety standards and preventive-maintenance practices.
Shangri-La Group is a major luxury hospitality company headquartered in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international markets. Its brands are known for refined service, comfortable accommodation, dining, wellness facilities and strong attention to guest experience. In the United Arab Emirates, Shangri-La operates prominent properties including Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai and Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi. Hotel employees typically work in an international, service-focused environment with structured operating standards and opportunities to develop across departments. The company places emphasis on hospitality values, teamwork, guest satisfaction and professional presentation. Engineering teams are responsible for maintaining hotel buildings, equipment, utilities and guest facilities safely and efficiently, making coordination roles important to daily hotel operations.
The United Arab Emirates is not an island but a federation of seven emirates, with major opportunities in hospitality, tourism, aviation, construction, retail, finance and technology. Dubai and Abu Dhabi offer the broadest employment markets, while coastal destinations provide resort-based roles. The culture combines Emirati traditions, Islamic values and a highly international population; respectful dress and behavior are expected, especially during Ramadan. Lifestyle options range from beaches, desert activities and shopping to restaurants, museums and lively entertainment. Summers are extremely hot, while winters are generally pleasant. Employers usually arrange work permits and residency visas after hiring, with medical checks and Emirates ID registration required. Candidates should confirm accommodation, transport, insurance, annual leave and end-of-service benefits before relocating. Living costs can be high, particularly in Dubai, so housing or a housing allowance is valuable. English is widely used, while Arabic is beneficial, especially for Emirati-focused roles.
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