Housing Technician

Role summary

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The Housing Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing staff accommodation, including rooms, shared facilities, plumbing, electrical fixtures, air-conditioning, furniture and basic building systems. Candidates should have practical maintenance experience, preferably in a hotel, resort or residential environment, with knowledge of common tools, health and safety procedures, and basic electrical and plumbing work. Technical training or a relevant vocational qualification is advantageous. The role requires reliability, physical fitness, good problem-solving ability and a service-oriented attitude. The successful candidate is expected to respond promptly to maintenance requests, complete work to a good standard, keep accurate records, follow company safety policies and maintain a clean, comfortable living environment for colleagues.

About the employer

Rixos Al Mairid Ras Al Khaimah is a large luxury beach resort operated under the Rixos brand and supported by Accor. Located on the Arabian Gulf coast in Ras Al Khaimah, the resort combines contemporary hospitality with regional design, extensive leisure facilities, restaurants, pools, private beach areas and family-focused experiences. Its workforce includes colleagues in accommodation, food and beverage, engineering, recreation, guest services and administration. As part of Accor’s international hospitality network, the property generally offers structured hotel operations, professional training and opportunities to work with a multicultural team. The Housing Technician supports an important behind-the-scenes function by helping ensure that employee residences remain safe, functional and comfortable. Benefits for hotel employees may include staff accommodation, meals, transportation, medical coverage and annual leave, although exact terms depend on the employment contract.