Chief Engineer

Role summary

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The Chief Engineer leads the hotel’s engineering and maintenance operations, ensuring reliable performance of building systems, guest facilities, plant equipment, utilities, and life-safety installations. Requirements typically include a degree or technical qualification in mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering, relevant hotel or resort engineering experience, and strong knowledge of preventive maintenance, local regulations, health and safety, energy conservation, and contractor management. The candidate is expected to supervise engineering colleagues, control budgets, respond quickly to breakdowns, coordinate with hotel departments, maintain accurate records, and support a safe, comfortable guest environment. Leadership, problem-solving, communication skills, and the ability to work flexibly in a demanding luxury-hospitality setting are essential.

About the employer

Rixos Premium Dubai JBR is a luxury beachfront resort located in Dubai’s Jumeirah Beach Residence district. It operates under the Rixos brand, part of Accor, one of the world’s leading hospitality groups. Rixos properties are known for upscale accommodation, extensive dining, entertainment, wellness facilities, and an all-inclusive or premium resort experience. The hotel serves leisure travelers, families, couples, groups, and business visitors, with a strong focus on guest experiences and high service standards. As part of Accor, the property benefits from international operating procedures, structured career development, employee training, and opportunities to move across a broad global hotel network. The Chief Engineer works closely with hotel leadership and department heads to protect the property’s physical assets, maintain operational continuity, and support the resort’s safety, quality, sustainability, and guest-service objectives.

Working in United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates is not an island nation, but Dubai offers a highly international coastal lifestyle with beaches, desert excursions, shopping, dining, nightlife, and year-round sunshine. Hospitality, tourism, aviation, retail, construction, finance, technology, and healthcare provide substantial employment opportunities, especially in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The culture combines Emirati traditions and Islamic values with a large expatriate community; respectful dress and behavior are expected, particularly during Ramadan and at religious sites. Accommodation, transport, health insurance, annual leave, and flights may be included in hospitality packages, although this varies by employer. Most overseas employees require an employment entry permit and residence visa sponsored by their employer, with medical testing and Emirates ID registration. Candidates should verify contract terms, probation, accommodation, working hours, and visa sponsorship before relocating. Living costs can be high, particularly for housing and schooling.