Engineering Manager

Company Description

As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a common ambition: to keep innovating and challenging the status-quo.

By joining us, you will become a Heartist®, because hospitality is, first and foremost, a work of heart.

You will join a caring environment and a team where you can be all you are. You will be in a supportive place to grow, to fulfil yourself, to discover other professions and to pursue career opportunities, in your hotel or in other hospitality environments, in your country or anywhere in the world!

You will enjoy exclusive benefits, specific to the sector and beyond, as well as strong recognition for your daily commitment.

Everything you will do with us, regardless of your profession, will offer a deep sense of meaning,to create lasting, memorable and impactful experiences for your customers, for your colleagues and for the planet.

Hospitality is a work of heart,
Join us and become a Heartist®.

Job Description

You are part of the team behind every seamless stay. At MGallery, every detail matters, and as an Engineering Manager, you play a key role in ensuring the hotel’s facilities, equipment, and systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. Through strong leadership, technical expertise, and proactive maintenance management, you ensure the smooth running of hotel operations while creating a comfortable and safe environment for our guests and Heartists.

What’s in it for you

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide.
• Learning programs through our Academies.
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world.
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities.

What you will be doing

• Lead and oversee the overall Engineering Department, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of all hotel facilities, equipment, and building systems.
• Develop, implement, and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance programs to ensure equipment reliability and minimize operational disruptions.
• Ensure the proper functioning of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, fire safety, and other building systems.
• Manage engineering projects, renovations, and improvement works in line with hotel standards, budgets, and operational requirements.
• Monitor departmental budgets, control expenses, and optimize energy and water consumption.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, health and safety requirements, fire safety standards, and Accor brand standards.
• Conduct regular inspections and ensure timely resolution of maintenance issues.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Engineering team, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with other hotel departments to address operational requirements and ensure minimal disruption to guest services.
• Manage external contractors and service providers, ensuring quality of work, timely completion, and compliance with hotel requirements.
• Maintain accurate engineering records, equipment inventories, maintenance schedules, and technical documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency, sustainability, and overall building performance.
• Respond to major technical emergencies and ensure appropriate corrective measures are implemented.
• Ensure Engineering workshops, storage areas, tools, and equipment are properly maintained, clean, and safe.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe, comfortable, and well-maintained environment for guests and Heartists.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Engineering or Maintenance, preferably within the hospitality industry, with previous leadership or managerial experience.
• Strong knowledge of electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and building management systems.
• Proven experience in preventive maintenance, project management, and engineering operations.
• Good understanding of energy management, sustainability practices, and cost control.
• Knowledge of local safety regulations, building codes, and statutory compliance requirements.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and respond effectively to operational emergencies.
• Proactive, hands-on, and results-oriented approach with a strong commitment to quality and safety.

Additional Information

Your team and working environment:

We are Dream Makers and committed to creating memorable moments for our guests and colleagues inspired by the authentic Qatari warmth and essence of generosity.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Alwadi Hotel Doha is the first MGallery boutique hotel located within Msheireb Downtown Doha, vibrant new retail, commercial and residential development in the heart of Qatar’s capital, offering 213 luxurious rooms and suites with desirable amenities, a spectacular ballroom, and five class meeting rooms, with variety of restaurants and an exclusive spa and swimming pool. Ideal for business or leisure and is just 15 minutes’ drive from Hamad International Airport and 10 minutes from West Bay.