Assistant Chief Engineer

About the Role

Hilton is seeking an Assistant Chief Engineer to join its team in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves overseeing physical building and systems maintenance and repairs, contributing to the delivery of guest experiences, and ensuring operational excellence within the engineering department.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team by recruiting, training, supervising, and mentoring team members. This includes conducting performance evaluations, providing professional development opportunities, and recognizing achievements.
• Assist the Chief Engineer in managing daily maintenance operations, overseeing activities, prioritizing tasks, and verifying completion through the property maintenance management system. Ensure timely resolution of service requests, guest concerns, and emergencies.
• Ensure safety and compliance by overseeing the maintenance of the physical building, mechanical systems, electrical systems, HVAC, and life safety systems. Coordinate inspections and uphold safety and compliance standards in line with national and local regulations.
• Support the Chief Engineer in driving engineering performance by monitoring departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including equipment upkeep, audit results, and team productivity, and taking necessary actions to improve performance.
• Support hotel-wide operational leadership by collaborating with the broader hotel leadership team in overseeing evacuation procedures, duty manager coverage, and other safety protocols as needed.
• Oversee contractor work, supervising external contractors and inspecting completed work for quality and compliance.
• Lead energy efficiency initiatives by supporting and overseeing property-wide energy conservation programs to reduce utility costs.

Qualifications and Experience

• Candidates should possess 5-10 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated passion for hospitality.
• Ability to act with integrity and uphold ethical standards.
• Proven leadership skills to inspire and guide teams.
• Strong commitment to teamwork and collaborative outcomes.
• A sense of ownership and accountability for responsibilities.
• Focus on timely execution and discipline in daily tasks.

About Hilton

Hilton is a global leader in hospitality, recognized for its award-winning workplace culture and commitment to providing exceptional experiences for guests and team members. The company has been repeatedly recognized on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune.

Team Member Benefits

Hilton invests in the wellbeing of its Team Members, offering a range of perks and benefits. These may include deeply discounted travel through the Go Hilton program, paid parental leave for eligible team members, crisis concierge services, and mental health resources via the Care for All hub, which provides access to free counseling and support through Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) in many countries. Benefit availability may vary depending on location, employment terms, and specific program conditions.