Maintenance Engineer / Shift Engineer

Maintenance Engineer / Shift Engineer

Mövenpickle Hotel and Residences Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

REF85445R

Maintenance Engineer / Shift Engineer

Region: MEA SPAC

Company Description Mӧvenpick Hotel & Residences Riyadh

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Maintenance & Systems Management

• Monitor, inspect, maintain and repair building services and equipment including HVAC systems, chillers/cooling towers, boilers, generators, domestic water systems, pumps, lifts, lighting, kitchen equipment, pool & spa systems, plumbing, and other related systems.

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and ensure systems operate efficiently, consistently and safely.

• Respond promptly to engineering/guest service requests and breakdowns, minimize downtime and coordinate urgent repairs.

• Log all activities, complete shift hand-over reports, maintain maintenance logbooks and checklists.

• Monitor energy consumption and assist in implementing energy-saving and sustainability initiatives.

• Coordination & Communication

• Act as the on-duty engineering representative during your shift; coordinate with other departments (Housekeeping, Front Office, F&B, Security, Maintenance) to support guest operations and resolve issues quickly.

• Report major equipment failures, safety hazards or operational risks to Senior/Chief Engineer.

• Assist in training or guiding junior engineers/technicians during the shift as needed.

• Safety, Compliance & Standards

• Ensure all systems and maintenance practices comply with local regulations (fire, health & safety, mechanical/electrical codes) and the hotel’s operational standards.

• Conduct regular rounds of guest floors, plant rooms, public areas and back-of-house to verify safe and appropriate conditions.

• Maintain inventory of spare parts, tools and equipment, ensure proper storage and usage.

• After shift, ensure proper hand-over to next shift with all outstanding tasks, pending work, and critical issues documented.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Facilities Management or related technical field.

• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in engineering / maintenance within a 4- or 5-star hotel, resort or large facility.

• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC systems, chillers, boilers, pumps, electrical systems, plumbing and general building services.

• Ability to read technical drawings/schematics, use maintenance software/systems and complete shift/hand-over documentation.

• Good communication skills in English; additional language skills (Arabic) would be an advantage.

• Strong problem-solving attitude, able to work independently during shift and cope with pressure and urgent breakdown situations.

• Flexibility to work varying shifts, nights, weekends and public holidays.

• Additional Information

• Additional Desired Competencies

• Previous experience working in an international hotel brand (such as Mövenpick/Accor) will be a plus.

• Awareness of sustainability and energy-conservation practices in a hospitality environment.

• Good team-spirit, able to coordinate with multi-cultural teams.

• High standard of personal presentation and adherence to brand culture and guest service ethos.

• Working Conditions

• The role operates on a shift basis (morning/afternoon/night) including weekends and public holidays.

• Must be available for emergency call-outs within the shift.

• Work involves plant-rooms, roof-tops, service corridors, guest areas and outdoor equipment areas; may require physical activity, climbing ladders, working at heights, heat/humidity environments typical of Riyadh.

• The hotel setting demands awareness of guest presence, maintaining quiet and safe operations for guest comfort.