Director of Engineering

Job description / Role

Director of Engineering

An exceptional opportunity presents itself for a Director of Engineering to be part of the iconic Rixos Bab Al Bahr. Situated on the pristine white sands on the peaceful Marjan Island of Ras Al Khaimah, the Rixos Bab Al Bahr has a beautiful beach, stylish accommodations, upscale restaurants, breath-taking views and all the amenities you would expect from a five-star beach resort in the United Arab Emirates . The impressive property comprises of 3 separate buildings, 715 rooms and 13 Food & Beverage outlets.

As Director of Engineering, you will drive the Engineering function for the hotel. You will ensure that each touch point in the Engineering experience is proactively managed and reflects the spirit of the Rixos brand and its legendary service culture.

What is in it for you:

- You will be working with a diverse group of Heartists
- Start your career with us and advance further your opportunities
- Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide for you and your family
- Learning programs through our Academies designed to sharpen your skills
- Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21
- Career development opportunities with national and international promotion opportunities
- Competitive compensation and benefits package

What you will be doing:

- Deliberate with management, production, and marketing staff on the possible requirements and procedures for a project
- Organize and manage projects, making detailed plans that work towards the fulfillment of a set objective
- Examine technology, organizational resources and the demands of the market in order to plan or give procedures for projects which are practicable or possible
- Manage the installation, testing, operation, maintenance, and repair of facilities and equipment, making sure they are executed by the personnel responsible
- Direct, evaluate, and confirm product design and changes
- Recruit, assign, direct, and evaluate employees in their work station
- Supervise the development and maintenance of staff abilities and suitability in the organization
- Direct the negotiation of research contracts and also prepare the company's budget, bids, and contracts
- Set scientific and technical goals in the confines of the organization with the aid of management
- Consult or negotiate with clients to make arrangements of resources required for a project
- Setup schemes or designs, and also elaborate reports and results to clients
- Develop and implement policies, standards, and procedures for the engineering and technical work performed in the organization
- Administer highway planning, construction, and maintenance
- Perform administrative functions such as evaluating and writing reports, approving expenditures concerning projects.

Requirements

Your experience and skills include:

- Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role in a luxury hotel
- Experience in the Middle Eastern region is an advantage
- Bachelor's degree within the engineering field

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor's limitless possibilities.
By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality.

About the Company

A caring employer providing respect, training and career development for our employees. An attractive employer offering more than 100 professions across the 5 continents.

We are much more than a world leader. We are 250,000 hoteliers with the same shared passion for welcoming. We take care of millions of guests in our 4,300 addresses and on our digital platforms. As an operator and franchisor (HotelServices), owner and investor (HotelInvest), we invest all our energy into making "Feel Welcome" resonate as the finest hotel promise.

From luxury to economy and in every corner of the globe, AccorHotels'​ more than 20 brands meet all the needs of business and leisure travelers seeking comfort, attention and high-quality services.