Engineering Supervisor

About Accor and FAENA The Red Sea

Accor is expanding its presence into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with FAENA The Red Sea, a new development focused on art, culture, and community. This project aims to create spaces that blend soulful traditions with imaginative design, offering authentic hospitality and transformative experiences. The organization seeks individuals driven by creativity and excellence to contribute to this vision.

The Role of Engineering Supervisor

The Engineering Supervisor will oversee and coordinate the daily operations of the Engineering team. This full-time role involves ensuring the quality and timely completion of maintenance tasks, conducting inspections, and responding to operational and emergency situations. The supervisor will play a key role in maintaining hotel facilities and systems in accordance with established standards and safety procedures, requiring 2-5 years of relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the Engineering team.
• Assign maintenance tasks and monitor their completion to ensure quality and timely execution.
• Conduct regular inspections of guest areas, back-of-house areas, plant rooms, equipment, and hotel facilities.
• Ensure preventive maintenance programs are carried out according to established schedules.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests, operational issues, and emergency situations.
• Troubleshoot technical problems and support the team in identifying effective solutions.
• Monitor the condition and operation of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and other building systems.
• Ensure all engineering work is performed in accordance with safety procedures, hotel standards, and applicable regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, repairs, and equipment servicing.
• Monitor tools, equipment, spare parts, and engineering supplies and report replenishment requirements when necessary.
• Coordinate with contractors and external service providers when required and monitor the quality of completed work.
• Support energy conservation and sustainability initiatives within the Engineering department.
• Ensure workshops, plant rooms, and engineering areas are maintained in a clean, safe, and organized condition.
• Communicate effectively with other departments regarding maintenance requirements and operational priorities.
• Support the training and development of Engineering team members and ensure proper working procedures are followed.
• Assist Engineering management with departmental projects, inspections, reporting, and operational requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Engineering management.

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or technical qualification in Engineering, Electrical, Mechanical, HVAC, or a related technical field.
• 2-5 years of previous experience in Engineering or Maintenance within the hospitality industry or a similar environment.
• Previous supervisory or team-leading experience is preferred.
• Good knowledge of hotel building systems, preventive maintenance, and general maintenance practices.
• Understanding of health, safety, and engineering standards and procedures.
• Ability to diagnose technical issues and coordinate appropriate corrective action.

Work Environment and Schedule

This role operates within a hotel environment, requiring flexibility to work various hours, including weekends, holidays, and shifts, as dictated by hotel operations. The Engineering Supervisor will be an integral part of the FAENA The Red Sea team, contributing to the maintenance and operational excellence of the property.

Application Information

We invite qualified candidates to apply and help bring the vision of FAENA The Red Sea to life. Salary details for this position will be discussed during the interview process.