Cluster Chief Engineer
Hyatt
United Arab Emirates
2nd June 2025
2506-1843-59
Job Description
At Hyatt, we believe in caring for people so they can be their best. As Chief Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in creating a safe, comfortable, and high-quality experience for our guests while leading with integrity and fostering a collaborative team environment.
The Chief Engineer is responsible for overseeing all aspects of engineering operations to ensure the smooth functioning of the property. This includes the maintenance, repair, and operation of all mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems, as well as ensuring compliance with local regulations, safety standards, and Hyatts global engineering policies.
The role requires a leader with strong technical expertise, exceptional project management skills, and the ability to motivate and manage a team while maintaining high service standards and guest satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the operation, maintenance, and repair of all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
- Conduct routine inspections of the property to identify and resolve maintenance issues promptly.
- Ensure all equipment and systems function efficiently, minimizing downtime and energy consumption.
- Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs for the hotel.
- Lead, train, and motivate the engineering team to achieve operational excellence.
- Schedule and monitor daily activities of the engineering team to ensure effective performance.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and safety within the team.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including health, safety, and environmental standards.
- Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance, and repair work as required by local authorities and Hyatt standards.
- Ensure proper management of hazardous materials and waste disposal.
- Develop and execute energy management strategies to optimize resource efficiency.
- Identify opportunities for sustainable practices and energy conservation across the property.
- Manage the engineering departments budget, ensuring cost-effective operations.
- Prepare and review operational and capital expense budgets for engineering projects.
- Oversee vendor contracts, negotiate pricing, and ensure high-quality services are delivered.
- Plan and execute engineering projects, including renovations, upgrades, and installations.
- Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and other departments to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Promptly address and resolve guest concerns related to engineering or maintenance issues.
- Ensure a high level of guest satisfaction by maintaining a safe, comfortable, and well-maintained environment.
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering or related field
- Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in engineering or facilities management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role in the hospitality industry.
- Proven knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems, and building codes.
- Strong knowledge of energy management systems and sustainable practices.
- Experience managing budgets and overseeing engineering projects.
Job Details
| Role Level: | Director | Work Type: | Full-Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country: | United Arab Emirates | City: | Dubai |
| Company Website: | http://www.hyatt.com | Job Function: | Engineering |
| Company Industry/ Sector: |
Hospitality | ||
What We Offer
About the Company
Hyatt is guided by its purpose: to care for people so they can be their best. Hyatt’s portfolio includes 1,000+ hotel and all-inclusive properties in over 75 countries across 6 continents. Hyatt’s offerings include brands in the Timeless Collection, including Park Hyatt®, Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt®, Hyatt Residence Club®, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt House®, Hyatt Studios, and UrCove; the Boundless Collection, including Miraval®, Alila®, Andaz®, Thompson Hotels®, Dream® Hotels, Hyatt Centric®, and Caption by Hyatt®, the Independent Collection, including The Unbound Collection by Hyatt®, Destination by Hyatt®, and JdV by Hyatt®, and the Inclusive Collection, including Impression by Secrets, Hyatt Ziva®, Hyatt Zilara®, Zoëtry® Wellness & Spa Resorts, Secrets® Resorts & Spas, Breathless Resorts & Spas®, Dreams® Resorts & Spas, Hyatt Vivid Hotels & Resorts, Alua Hotels & Resorts®, and Sunscape® Resorts & Spas. Subsidiaries of Hyatt operate the World of Hyatt® loyalty program, ALG Vacations®, Unlimited Vacation Club®, Amstar DMC destination management services, and Trisept Solutions® technology services. Visit www.hyatt.com for more. This account provides information about Hyatt Hotels Corporation, its subsidiaries or affiliates and/or hotels operating under a Hyatt-affiliated brand. Terms like “Hyatt,” “we,” “our,” “us,” and similar terms are used for convenience and should not be understood as precise designations of any particular entity. The account name and certain terms like “employees” are used by this site but may not be accurate. Individuals may identify themselves as working or having worked at Hyatt or a Hyatt hotel, but please note that self-identification should not be treated as confirmation of employment, past or present, by Hyatt or any particular entity or hotel. In some cases, an individual may have been employed by an affiliate of Hyatt Hotels Corporation or by an owner or franchisee of a Hyatt-branded hotel.
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