Chief Engineer – Hotel Operations

About the role

The Chief Engineer will lead all engineering, maintenance and technical operations for Serene Sarovar Premiere Hargeisa’s hotel property. Based on‑site in the United Arab Emirates, this full‑time position ensures that mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems operate safely, reliably and efficiently to support guest satisfaction.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems across the hotel.
• Lead, schedule and develop the engineering team, ensuring preventive and corrective maintenance programmes are executed.
• Coordinate with vendors, manage contracts and supervise external service providers.
• Monitor compliance with local building codes, health‑and‑safety, fire safety and environmental regulations.
• Control engineering budgets, track inventories of tools, spare parts and consumables.
• Prepare technical reports, support capital projects, renovations and energy‑efficiency initiatives.
• Collaborate with hotel leadership to align engineering priorities with guest experience and asset protection.

Required profile

• Relevant engineering degree (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil or equivalent).
• Proven experience in hotel or hospitality engineering environments.
• Strong leadership and team‑management abilities.
• Knowledge of local building, safety and environmental standards.
• Ability to manage budgets and work with external contractors.
• Excellent communication skills for cross‑functional coordination.

Required skills

• Mechanical systems
• Electrical systems
• Plumbing systems
• HVAC systems