Skip to Main Content

Assistant Director of Engineering

Rixos - Jeddah

Apply

Company Description

Established in 2000 in Turkey, Rixos pioneers the ‘ALL Inclusive, ALL Exclusive’ concept, inviting guests to discover a world of possibilities, with luxurious stays, inclusive of culinary delights from around the globe, live entertainment, daily sports, and fitness activities, sensorial spa and wellness journeys and fun-filled kids and teens activities. 

Billed as ‘the first luxurious integrated resort in Jeddah’, Rixos Obhur Jeddah will meet the increasing demand for luxurious hospitality paired with high-quality leisure activities in the area. The resort will host guests in 250 residential units, including 176 rooms and 74 villas, as well as a fine-dining restaurant, two specialty beach restaurants and a lounge bar. Among its many highlights will be an exclusive private beach. Other amenities are to include a central ballroom for events, meeting rooms, a fitness center, a spa, kids and teens clubs, and several swimming pools. All of this will be set amid green landscaping, golden beaches and a port.

Job Description

      • Supervises the complete Engineering team.
      • Manages the physical plant including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, electrical and life safety systems.
      • Maintains and operates equipment at optimum effectiveness, efficiency and safety.
      • Establishes and manages an effective rooms maintenance program.
      • Ensures compliance with all Engineering departmental policies, standards and procedures.
      • Manages department's controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.
      • Select and order or purchase new equipment, supplies, and furnishings.
      • Inspect and evaluate the physical condition of facilities in order to determine the type of work required.
      • Recommend or arrange for additional services such as painting, repair work, renovations, and the replacement of furnishings and equipment.
      • Supervises the day to day operations of Engineering.
      • Maintains accurate logs and records as required.
      • Assists in effectively planning, scheduling and evaluating preventative maintenance programs.
      • Handles guest problems and complaints effectively.
      • Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.
      • Displays leadership in guest hospitality by exemplifying excellent customer service and creating a positive atmosphere for guest relations.
      • Helps establish priorities for total property maintenance needs.
      • Ensures on-going communication occurs in all areas of responsibility to create awareness of business objectives, awareness of expectations and recognition of exemplary performance.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2-3 years’ leadership experience in a similar role required.
  • Engineering degree or related discipline preferred.
  • 5 Stars Hotel and pre-opening experience.

Additional Information

What we offer....

  • An innovative and fast-growing international group, committed not only to building new hotels, but to creating a global brand.
  • The opportunity to challenge the norm and work in a creative and rewarding environment.
  • Member of a team that is passionate about creating great hotel experiences and building a portfolio of brands.
  • Great discounts on the entire Ennismore family.
  • Many opportunities to progress and change as part of a global family of brands.
  • Regular team meetings, from our team cups to our annual parties (quite special!): we know how to have fun!

An annual calendar of diversity and inclusion events that gives you opportunities to learn, celebrate, and make a positive impact. opportunities to progress and grow in a diverse and global family of brands.

* these questions are a must