General Maintenance Technician

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We are more than 240000 women and men who share something unique.
Each and every day we host the world. We care for millions of people. We are all moved by curiosity. We love blending cultures. We are proud of our differences
Yes, we lead the way. But we want to go further, with audacity, with imagination, with passion

SOFITEL DUBAI THE OBELISK

Sofitel Dubai the Obelisk is Sofitel’s largest property in the Middle East. The hotel features 594 luxury guestrooms inclusive of 68 suites and 96 serviced apartments in the heart of Dubai. A variety of trendy restaurants and bars including a contemporary Asian restaurant, a Gastro Pub, a French Brasserie and Pool Bar & Lounge bring residents and patrons together to celebrate the French “Joie de Vivre”. Guests have the option to unwind at the Sofitel Spa with L’Occitane and outdoor pools with private cabanas or workout in a fully-fledged fitness center. Business travelers have access to 1,589 square meter of meeting space including one state-of-the-art ballroom ideal for the most sought after social gatherings 

Sofitel Dubai the Obelisk will infuse the brand’s essence with capitalizing on a perfect balance of modernism and ancient Egypt reflective of the renowned design elements of Wafi. If you are as excited as we are about connecting hearts and showing your guest passion, join us as the next Heartist and help us to make Sofitel Dubai the Obelisk a truly welcoming destination!

To maintain all Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing/HVAC equipment in good working condition by carrying out necessary repairs & preventive maintenance.

Responsibilities includes but are not limited to the following:

• Reports to the Shift Supervisor regarding daily work progress and work order completion.
• Fault finding & trouble shooting of reported guest room complaints
• Works closely with Shift Supervisor and peers to carry out preventive maintenance and annual maintenance program.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations in job, departmental procedures and instructions.
• Carries out all other tasks assigned to him by his supervisor.
• Able to read Building Services & electrical drawings.
• Able to fault find and repair electrical controls and systems.
• Excellent understanding of electrical installations and systems within modern buildings; TV, Dimmers, BMS, LV controls etc
• Good practical skills capable of the installation and maintenance of Switchgear, Conduit, Trunking FP 2000 etc. to a high standard.
• Familiar with planned Preventive Maintenance and Safety programmes.
• Flexible and team player and able to work on own initiative with minimum supervision.
• Works closely with peers to assist in their job when requested by Shift Supervisor
• To attain all departmental meetings and training classes.

• Secondary School + Technical College or equal.
• Good basic English.
• Experience and knowledge of modern hotel rooms facilities equipment and set-ups.

Minimum 5 years of experience in an HR Management position ideally within a 5 star hotel