Chief Engineer

### **Job Description** Position: Chief Engineer Location: Ajman We are seeking an experienced and technically strong Chief Engineer to oversee all engineering, maintenance, and physical operations within Dusit Ajman Resort & Villas. The ideal candidate will ensure optimal comfort for guests and staff by maintaining efficient, reliable, and energy-effective operations across the entire property, including our luxury guest rooms, villas, public spaces, and back-of-house areas. Key Responsibilities: * Daily Operations: Oversee the daily operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of all mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and water treatment systems across the resort and villas. * Preventative Maintenance: Design and execute a strict, resort-wide Preventative Maintenance (PM) program for guest rooms, public areas, and back-of-house facilities to eliminate downtime. * Energy & Sustainability: Track, analyze, and optimize power and water consumption to reduce utility costs and support environmental initiatives. * Team Leadership: Lead, schedule, and train a multi-skilled engineering and maintenance team to ensure prompt, high-quality response times. * Financial Management: Prepare and manage the department’s annual operating budget and Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) plans for major asset upgrades. * Contractor Oversight: Select, negotiate with, and supervise specialized third-party contractors and vendors to ensure all external work meets hotel standards. * Safety & Compliance: Ensure 100% compliance with local government regulations, building codes, occupational health and safety laws, and emergency protocols (fire-life-safety). Requirements: * Experience: Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive engineering experience in luxury 5-star hotels or resorts, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. * Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering (or equivalent technical certifications). * Technical Expertise: Comprehensive understanding of hotel-wide MEP systems, civil maintenance, resort-villa layouts, and hotel infrastructure. * Core Skills: Exceptional troubleshooting capabilities, strong leadership presence, and fluency in English (both written and verbal). * Software: The ideal candidate must be tech-savvy and highly proficient in Microsoft Office (specifically Excel) and property management systems. Accountabilities * Represents Dusit’s brand and its values at all times. We will establish relationships and foremost and we will deliver an exceptional guest experience and promote Thai graciousness. Company’s Culture * Communicate and fully embracing the Company’s culture (our Vision, our Mission and our Values), leads by example and cascade to all your subordinates. – “Proud to belong and to contribute” Confidentiality * Ensure confidentiality and secure storage of all intellectual property and data bases, both hard copy and electronic. Adhere to Dust Internet and E-mail policy. Ensure Hotel, Customer and Staff information or transactions are kept confidential during or after employment with the company. Benefits The successful candidate will receive a competitive executive package comprising residency visa sponsorship, annual yearly return ticket, premium medical insurance, and additional executive privileges.” **Information** --------------- * Date Posted July 15, 2026 * Location Dusit Ajman Resort & Villas * Division Engineering Department * Minimum Experience 5 Year * Qualification Bachelor Degree * Career Level Manager