Engineering Coordinator (UAE National)

Role summary

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The Engineering Coordinator supports the hotel’s engineering and maintenance department by handling administration, work orders, records, schedules, purchasing coordination and communication with colleagues and contractors. Candidates should have good organisational and communication skills, basic knowledge of hotel engineering operations, strong computer skills and attention to detail. Experience in hospitality, facilities or engineering administration is preferred. The role is intended for a UAE National, so applicants must hold UAE nationality and meet local employment requirements. The successful candidate is expected to be dependable, service-focused, discreet and able to coordinate several requests efficiently while supporting Shangri-La’s safety, quality and guest-service standards.

About the employer

Shangri-La is an international luxury hospitality group headquartered in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Africa and North America. The brand is known for warm Asian hospitality, personalised guest service and high standards in accommodation, dining, wellness and events. Shangri-La properties typically provide structured training, career development and opportunities to work in multicultural hotel teams. In the United Arab Emirates, the company operates luxury hospitality properties serving leisure travellers, business guests and local residents. Employees are generally expected to demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, cultural awareness and a strong commitment to guest satisfaction. Engineering teams play an important role in maintaining safe, reliable and efficient facilities throughout the hotel.

Working in United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates is not an island but a federation of seven emirates, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah. It offers extensive opportunities in hospitality, tourism, engineering, construction, finance, technology and retail, with luxury hotels employing many international workers. The culture combines Islamic traditions, Emirati heritage and a highly global expatriate community. Lifestyle is modern and convenient, with excellent infrastructure, shopping, dining and beaches, although summers are extremely hot. UAE Nationals usually receive priority in nationalisation programmes such as Emiratisation, while expatriates generally need employer-sponsored residence and work visas. Employers commonly arrange medical checks, Emirates ID processing and sometimes accommodation or transport. Candidates relocating should review contract terms, healthcare, housing costs and probation conditions. English is widely used in workplaces, while Arabic is the official language.