Engineering Assistant Technician (Multiskilled)

Job Title: Engineering Assistant Technician (Multiskilled)

Department: Engineering

Job Summary

The Engineering Assistant Technician (Multiskilled) is responsible for supporting the Engineering team by performing preventive and corrective maintenance across multiple trades, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and general building maintenance. The role ensures that all hotel facilities, equipment, and systems are maintained in a safe, efficient, and operational condition to support exceptional guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive and corrective maintenance on hotel facilities and equipment.
• Carry out basic electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and general repair work.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and complete assigned work orders.
• Assist in troubleshooting and repairing building systems and engineering equipment.
• Conduct regular inspections of guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house facilities.
• Report equipment faults, safety hazards, and maintenance issues to the Engineering Supervisor.
• Support renovation projects and assist specialized technicians when required.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and safe condition.
• Follow preventive maintenance schedules and departmental procedures.
• Ensure compliance with hotel policies, health & safety regulations, and IHG engineering standards.
• Record completed maintenance activities accurately in the hotel's maintenance system.
• Assist with emergency maintenance and after-hours repairs when required.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Engineering management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or technical/vocational certificate in Mechanical, Electrical, HVAC, Building Maintenance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in hotel engineering, facilities maintenance, or building services.
• Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and painting maintenance.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Basic English communication skills; Arabic is an advantage.

Competencies

• Multiskilled technical maintenance capability.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize maintenance tasks efficiently.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and engineering best practices.
• Ability to work under pressure and respond to emergencies.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays as required.