Maintenance Engineer / Shift Engineer
AccorHotel · Riyadh, Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia
Mӧvenpick Hotel & Residences Riyadh
Key Responsibilities
Operational Maintenance & Systems Management
- Monitor, inspect, maintain and repair building services and equipment: HVAC systems, chillers/cooling towers, boilers, generators, domestic water systems, pumps, lifts, lighting, kitchen equipment, pool & spa systems, plumbing, etc.
- 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
- Diploma or Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Facilities Management or related technical field.
- Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in engineering / maintenance role within a 4- or 5-star hotel, resort or large facility. (For this brand/hotel likely higher preferred.)
- 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 Desired Competencies
- Previous experience working in an international hotel brand (such as Mövenpick/Accor) will be a plus. (E.g., similar job adverts emphasise guest-focused engineering roles in multi-department hotel operations.)
- 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.