Assistant Director of Engineering

Established in 2000 in Turkey, Rixos pioneers the ‘ALL Inclusive, ALL Exclusive’ concept, inviting guests to discover a world of possibilities, with luxurious stays, inclusive of culinary delights from around the globe, live entertainment, daily sports, and fitness activities, sensorial spa and wellness journeys and fun-filled kids and teens activities. 

Billed as ‘the first luxurious integrated resort in Jeddah’, Rixos Obhur Jeddah will meet the increasing demand for luxurious hospitality paired with high-quality leisure activities in the area. The resort will host guests in 250 residential units, including 176 rooms and 74 villas, as well as a fine-dining restaurant, two specialty beach restaurants and a lounge bar. Among its many highlights will be an exclusive private beach. Other amenities are to include a central ballroom for events, meeting rooms, a fitness center, a spa, kids and teens clubs, and several swimming pools. All of this will be set amid green landscaping, golden beaches and a port.

• • • Supervises the complete Engineering team.
    • Manages the physical plant including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, electrical and life safety systems.
    • Maintains and operates equipment at optimum effectiveness, efficiency and safety.
    • Establishes and manages an effective rooms maintenance program.
    • Ensures compliance with all Engineering departmental policies, standards and procedures.
    • Manages department's controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.
    • Select and order or purchase new equipment, supplies, and furnishings.
    • Inspect and evaluate the physical condition of facilities in order to determine the type of work required.
    • Recommend or arrange for additional services such as painting, repair work, renovations, and the replacement of furnishings and equipment.
    • Supervises the day to day operations of Engineering.
    • Maintains accurate logs and records as required.
    • Assists in effectively planning, scheduling and evaluating preventative maintenance programs.
    • Handles guest problems and complaints effectively.
    • Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.
    • Displays leadership in guest hospitality by exemplifying excellent customer service and creating a positive atmosphere for guest relations.
    • Helps establish priorities for total property maintenance needs.
    • Ensures on-going communication occurs in all areas of responsibility to create awareness of business objectives, awareness of expectations and recognition of exemplary performance.

• Minimum 2-3 years’ leadership experience in a similar role required.
• Engineering degree or related discipline preferred.
• 5 Stars Hotel and pre-opening experience.

What we offer....

• An innovative and fast-growing international group, committed not only to building new hotels, but to creating a global brand.
• The opportunity to challenge the norm and work in a creative and rewarding environment.
• Member of a team that is passionate about creating great hotel experiences and building a portfolio of brands.
• Great discounts on the entire Ennismore family.
• Many opportunities to progress and change as part of a global family of brands.
• Regular team meetings, from our team cups to our annual parties (quite special!): we know how to have fun!

An annual calendar of diversity and inclusion events that gives you opportunities to learn, celebrate, and make a positive impact. opportunities to progress and grow in a diverse and global family of brands.