Maintenance Engineer Shift Engineer

Key Responsibilities

Operational Maintenance & Systems Management

• Monitor inspect maintain and repair building services and equipment: HVAC systems chillers/cooling towers boilers generators domestic water systems pumps lifts lighting kitchen equipment pool & spa systems plumbing etc.

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and ensure systems operate efficiently consistently and safely.

• Respond promptly to engineering/guest service requests and breakdowns minimize downtime and coordinate urgent repairs.

• Log all activities complete shift hand-over reports maintain maintenance logbooks and checklists.

• Monitor energy consumption and assist in implementing energy-saving and sustainability initiatives.

Coordination & Communication

• Act as the on-duty engineering representative during your shift; coordinate with other departments (Housekeeping Front Office F&B Security Maintenance) to support guest operations and resolve issues quickly.

• Report major equipment failures safety hazards or operational risks to Senior/Chief Engineer.

• Assist in training or guiding junior engineers/technicians during the shift as needed.

Safety Compliance & Standards

• Ensure all systems and maintenance practices comply with local regulations (fire health & safety mechanical/electrical codes) and the hotels operational standards.

• Conduct regular rounds of guest floors plant rooms public areas and back-of-house to verify safe and appropriate conditions.

• Maintain inventory of spare parts tools and equipment ensure proper storage and usage.

• After shift ensure proper hand-over to next shift with all outstanding tasks pending work and critical issues documented

Qualifications :

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Facilities Management or related technical field.

• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in engineering / maintenance role within a 4- or 5-star hotel resort or large facility. (For this brand/hotel likely higher preferred.)

• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC systems chillers boilers pumps electrical systems plumbing and general building services.

• Ability to read technical drawings/schematics use maintenance software/systems and complete shift/hand-over documentation.

• Good communication skills in English; additional language skills (Arabic) would be an advantage.

• Strong problem-solving attitude able to work independently during shift and cope with pressure and urgent breakdown situations.

• Flexibility to work varying shifts nights weekends and public holidays.

Additional Information :

Additional Desired Competencies

• Previous experience working in an international hotel brand (such as Mövenpick/Accor) will be a plus. (E.g. similar job adverts emphasise guest-focused engineering roles in multi-department hotel operations.) 

• Awareness of sustainability and energy-conservation practices in a hospitality environment.

• Good team-spirit able to coordinate with multi-cultural teams.

• High standard of personal presentation and adherence to brand culture and guest service ethos.

Working Conditions

• The role operates on a shift basis (morning/afternoon/night) including weekends and public holidays.

• Must be available for emergency call-outs within the shift.

• Work involves plant-rooms roof-tops service corridors guest areas and outdoor equipment areas; may require physical activity climbing ladders working at heights heat/humidity environments typical of Riyadh.

• The hotel setting demands awareness of guest presence maintaining quiet and safe operations for guest comfort.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time