Engineering Coordinator (UAE National)

Role summary

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The Engineering Coordinator supports the hotel’s engineering and maintenance department by coordinating work orders, preventive-maintenance schedules, contractor visits, purchasing requests, records, and daily administrative activities. Candidates should be UAE nationals with strong organizational, communication, and computer skills, ideally supported by a diploma or degree in engineering, facilities management, hospitality, or a related field. Experience in a hotel, facilities, or property environment is advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to be dependable, detail-oriented, service-minded, and able to coordinate effectively with engineering technicians, suppliers, contractors, and other hotel departments. Familiarity with maintenance systems, Microsoft Office, health and safety procedures, and basic technical terminology would be beneficial.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong and recognized for its hotels, resorts, and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Africa, North America, and other international markets. The group operates under brands including Shangri-La, JEN, and Traders, with a strong focus on warm Asian hospitality, personalized service, and memorable guest experiences. Shangri-La properties typically offer accommodation, restaurants, meeting facilities, leisure amenities, and comprehensive guest services. The company emphasizes professional development, cultural diversity, responsible business practices, and high standards in quality and service. In the United Arab Emirates, Shangri-La is associated with prominent luxury hotels serving business travelers, tourists, families, and events. Benefits for employees may include accommodation or housing support, meals, transport, medical coverage, annual leave, travel concessions, and training, depending on the property and employment terms.

Working in United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates is not an island but a federation of seven emirates, offering extensive opportunities in hospitality, engineering, tourism, construction, aviation, retail, technology, and finance. Dubai and Abu Dhabi provide the largest employment markets, while Ras Al Khaimah, Sharjah, and Fujairah also support growing hotel and tourism sectors. The culture combines Emirati traditions, Islamic values, and a highly international population; respectful dress and behavior are expected, especially during Ramadan. Lifestyle ranges from modern city living and shopping to beaches, desert activities, water sports, and mountain trips. Most expatriates require employer-sponsored residence and work visas, while UAE nationals follow different employment arrangements and benefit from nationalization initiatives. Employers commonly assist with visas, medical checks, insurance, accommodation or allowances, transport, and relocation. Costs vary considerably, with Dubai and Abu Dhabi generally being the most expensive.