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Chief Engineer
Role summary
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The Chief Engineer is responsible for the safe, reliable and efficient operation of all hotel engineering systems at Raffles Al Areen Palace Bahrain. Requirements typically include a degree or diploma in mechanical, electrical or building services engineering, several years of facilities or hotel engineering experience, and strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, generators, fire systems and preventive maintenance. The candidate should understand local health, safety and environmental regulations, manage contractors and maintenance budgets, and lead a technically skilled team. Raffles expects a hands-on, organized and guest-focused leader who can respond quickly to breakdowns, maintain luxury property standards, support energy-saving initiatives and communicate effectively with hotel management and other departments.
Can I work in Bahrain?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: The employer applies to the Labour Market Regulatory Authority and pays; the vacancy goes to Bahrainis first (reported March 2026: a 7-day advert, then 21 days).
Watch for: You cannot work on a visit visa; the permit is issued before you fly. Employers below their Bahraini-staff target paid extra permit fees from 2017; not confirmed for 2026.
Official source: Labour Market Regulatory Authority: notice on work permits for expatriate workers (12 October 2022). Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Bahrain
Usual for Bahrain, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Shared staff housing for line staff; some furnished flats for managers |
|---|---|
| Meals | Staff canteen meals on shift (up to 3 a day); a transport allowance if you live out |
| Flights | Joining flight paid; a home ticket varies by hotel |
| Service charge | Varies; some hotels pay certain roles a fixed monthly sum; no law found on the staff share |
| Contract | Usually 1 to 2 years; probation 3 months, up to 6 for some jobs (by law) |
| Leave | 30 days after a year (by law), plus public holidays; 15 days sick leave on full pay (by law) |
| Income tax | 0%; there is no personal income tax |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Raffles Al Areen Palace Bahrain
Raffles Al Areen Palace Bahrain is a luxury palace-style resort in the Kingdom of Bahrain, located in the Al Areen area near the Bahrain International Circuit and attractions such as the Lost Paradise of Dilmun Water Park. The property operates under Raffles Hotels & Resorts, a premium hospitality brand within Accor known for refined service, elegant surroundings and highly personalized guest experiences. The resort offers accommodation, dining, wellness facilities, leisure amenities and event services, serving both international visitors and regional guests. As part of Accor, the hotel benefits from an international operating network, structured professional standards, training opportunities and employee benefits that may vary by position. Engineering teams play an important role in preserving the property’s luxury appearance, guest comfort, energy efficiency and operational safety.