Director of Engineering - Continental Plaza Beach Resort

We are excited to announce an opportunity for a Director of Engineering at Continental Plaza Beach Resort in Sharm El Sheikh, soon to be rebranded as a Holiday Inn Resort, one of IHG's premier brands known for its exceptional service and family-friendly atmosphere. Our hotel boasts a marvelous sea view and outstanding landscape, creating a breathtaking backdrop for our guests' unforgettable experiences. If you are a dedicated engineering professional looking to make a significant impact in a stunning environment, we want to hear from you!

A little taste of your day-to-day:

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:

• Directing daily engineering needs to ensure the right team is always on the right task
• Creating a safe, secure and comfortable environment for our guests to enjoy
• Maintaining and ordering parts and supplies whilst minimising waste and meeting our green initiatives
• Being flexible to react to ad-hoc duties where we have to unexpectedly pull together to get a task completed
• Building strong relationships with outside contacts including guests, regulatory agencies, others as needed 
• Inspect work assignments to ensure that work is completed in a timely manner and within specifications. 
• Manage various maintenance and repair projects to ensure timely completion within budget and specifications 
• Follow and enforce procedures that ensure the security of inventory such as tools, supplies, equipment, furniture, televisions, etc., replenishes supplies and inventory in a timely and efficient manner, and minimizes waste   
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments 
• Monitor performance and recommend and/or initiate disciplinary or other staffing/human resources-related actions in accordance with company rules and policies. Alert management of potentially serious issues 
• Respond in a courteous and prompt manner to all guest questions, complaints and/or requests to ensure strong guest satisfaction
• Schedule and oversee preventive maintenance as outlined in the Preventative Maintenance Program 
• Perform maintenance and repair work on the interior and exterior of buildings, hotel rooms and contents, laundry and kitchen/refrigeration equipment, lighting, heating, air conditioning (HVAC), ventilation, and water treatment systems, and swimming pool-if applicable, etc. 
• Assist in educating/training employees on current safety issues to ensure compliance with all federal, state and local laws and safety regulations. Inform management of hazardous situations, emergencies or threats to the security of guests, employees or hotel assets
• Ensure that equipment is prepared and operational for the following day’s work
• May assist with other duties as assigned
• May serve as Manager of Duty as required
   

What We need from you:

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering
• Four years’ experience in general building maintenance and/or construction or equivalent combination of education and experience 
• Specialised expertise in plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and carpentry fields
• HVAC and refrigeration certificate, licensed plumber and/or journeyman status for electrician and carpenter may be required 
• Hotel experience preferred
   

What you can expect from us:

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life –  impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting well-being in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.  

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.