Engineering Manager - Luxury Hotel

About the role

An experienced and visionary Engineering Manager is sought to lead all engineering operations, technical maintenance programs and infrastructure management in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The role oversees a high-performing engineering team and ensures operational excellence, safety compliance and continuous improvement across technical systems and facilities.

Key responsibilities

• Manage daily engineering operations so that technical systems, equipment and infrastructure meet organizational standards
• Develop and oversee preventive maintenance programs, equipment inspections and troubleshooting protocols to minimize downtime
• Oversee maintenance, repair and optimization of mechanical, electrical and technical systems
• Set work schedules, staffing plans and resource allocation within budget and cost controls
• Run pre-shift meetings, training and briefings on safety, operational priorities and continuous improvement
• Manage inventory of engineering materials, tools, spare parts and components, including ordering and procurement
• Ensure equipment is maintained, safely operated and compliant with safety regulations and manufacturer specs
• Carry out performance evaluations, coaching and performance management for team members
• Maintain compliance with safety regulations, environmental requirements and industry standards
• Analyze operational metrics and KPIs, prepare reports, budgets, forecasts and operational plans, and take part in process improvement and innovation projects

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Technical Management or a related field preferred
• Minimum 3-5 years of engineering or technical operations experience
• Minimum 2-3 years of supervisory or management experience
• Experience in a luxury resort, hotel, large commercial property or industrial organization preferred
• Commitment to workplace safety, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement
• Professional certification in engineering management or technical operations preferred

Required skills

• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical and technical systems and infrastructure
• Understanding of engineering maintenance operations and equipment lifecycle management
• Familiarity with safety regulations, compliance standards and industry best practices
• Preferred: maintenance management systems, equipment troubleshooting and preventive maintenance programs