Engineering Manager - Property Maintenance and Operations - Accor Dubai Job Vacancy in UAE Dubai
Posted date [2025-06-30]
(ID: 35843)
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For more than half a century, Accor has been continuously reinventing the hospitality business by making daring moves and challenging the status quo. Innovation, adaptability, and resilience are part of our DNA. Hand in hand with our partners, owners and all stakeholders, we anticipate and respond to global shifts and clients’ evolving needs, fostering growth and building value while honoring our responsibility and working in harmony with our commitment to a sustainable future.... |
Engineering Manager - Property Maintenance and Operations - Accor Dubai
Position Overview
Accor is seeking a hands-on Engineering Manager to lead the maintenance and technical operations of its hotel property in Dubai. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring the safety, efficiency, and optimal performance of building systems including HVAC, plumbing, life safety, and preventative maintenance. You will supervise the engineering team and oversee projects to maintain a world-class hospitality standard in compliance with Accor’s operational procedures.
Employment Overview
Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Hospitality
Function: Plant / Facilities Management
Salary: 9500-11500 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: UAE preferred
Job Type: Full Time
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the Engineering department, including supervision of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, water treatment, and life safety systems
* Plan and implement a property-wide preventive maintenance program
* Monitor equipment and infrastructure for safety, efficiency, and cost control
* Prepare and manage engineering budgets and control departmental expenditures
* Conduct inspections of property condition, furnishings, and mechanical systems
* Coordinate repair work, upgrades, and vendor management for engineering needs
* Maintain accurate logs, SOPs, safety standards, and compliance records
* Train, motivate, and evaluate engineering staff, ensuring emergency readiness
* Handle guest maintenance complaints with urgency and professionalism
* Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of technical staff
* Manage documentation for employee discipline, vacation balance, and HR compliance
* Drive technical training, including fire safety drills in coordination with security
* Collaborate with hotel operations for seamless maintenance support
* Contribute to new property openings and task force initiatives as required
Candidate Requirements
* Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical discipline
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in engineering leadership within hospitality or facilities
* Strong technical understanding of building systems and maintenance planning
* Excellent communication, budgeting, and team management skills
* Proficient in engineering systems software and standard computer applications
* Demonstrated leadership in training, emergency planning, and operational readiness
* Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
* UAE experience preferred
Life at Accor
* Global employee benefits program and hotel discounts
* Access to professional development through Accor Academies
* International career mobility within a supportive and inclusive environment
* Corporate social responsibility engagement through initiatives like Planet 21
About the Company
Accor is a global hospitality leader with over 5,600 hotels, 45+ brands, and operations in 110 countries. In Dubai, Accor combines innovation and sustainability to create exceptional guest experiences across luxury, lifestyle, and midscale segments. We believe hospitality is a work of heart—join us to shape the future of responsible travel and inspire unforgettable moments through engineering excellence.
Position Overview
Accor is seeking a hands-on Engineering Manager to lead the maintenance and technical operations of its hotel property in Dubai. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring the safety, efficiency, and optimal performance of building systems including HVAC, plumbing, life safety, and preventative maintenance. You will supervise the engineering team and oversee projects to maintain a world-class hospitality standard in compliance with Accor’s operational procedures.
Employment Overview
Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Hospitality
Function: Plant / Facilities Management
Salary: 9500-11500 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: UAE preferred
Job Type: Full Time
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the Engineering department, including supervision of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, water treatment, and life safety systems
* Plan and implement a property-wide preventive maintenance program
* Monitor equipment and infrastructure for safety, efficiency, and cost control
* Prepare and manage engineering budgets and control departmental expenditures
* Conduct inspections of property condition, furnishings, and mechanical systems
* Coordinate repair work, upgrades, and vendor management for engineering needs
* Maintain accurate logs, SOPs, safety standards, and compliance records
* Train, motivate, and evaluate engineering staff, ensuring emergency readiness
* Handle guest maintenance complaints with urgency and professionalism
* Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of technical staff
* Manage documentation for employee discipline, vacation balance, and HR compliance
* Drive technical training, including fire safety drills in coordination with security
* Collaborate with hotel operations for seamless maintenance support
* Contribute to new property openings and task force initiatives as required
Candidate Requirements
* Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical discipline
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in engineering leadership within hospitality or facilities
* Strong technical understanding of building systems and maintenance planning
* Excellent communication, budgeting, and team management skills
* Proficient in engineering systems software and standard computer applications
* Demonstrated leadership in training, emergency planning, and operational readiness
* Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
* UAE experience preferred
Life at Accor
* Global employee benefits program and hotel discounts
* Access to professional development through Accor Academies
* International career mobility within a supportive and inclusive environment
* Corporate social responsibility engagement through initiatives like Planet 21
About the Company
Accor is a global hospitality leader with over 5,600 hotels, 45+ brands, and operations in 110 countries. In Dubai, Accor combines innovation and sustainability to create exceptional guest experiences across luxury, lifestyle, and midscale segments. We believe hospitality is a work of heart—join us to shape the future of responsible travel and inspire unforgettable moments through engineering excellence.
