Director, Engineering at Accor

, , Saudi Arabia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Engineering Leadership, Pre-opening Management, Technical Readiness, MEP Systems, BMS Systems, ELV Systems, Life Safety Compliance, Asset Protection, Preventive Maintenance, Sustainability Implementation, Risk Management, Budget Management, CAPEX Planning, Team Building, Ultra-Luxury Hospitality, Saudi Arabia Regulatory Awareness

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Company Description About Faena Faena creates cultural epicenters—living stages where art, design, and warm, attentive hospitality convene to craft a feast for the senses. We are a Cultural Embassy that invites guests to seek the extraordinary, shaping worlds that feel profoundly personal, welcoming, and alive. “At Wadi Safar, we are shaping a new world where art, architecture, and nature live in harmony. Guided by a shared respect for culture and craft, this collaboration with Diriyah Company reflects our belief that beauty can elevate everyday life and inspire a new way of living.” — Alan Faena Job Description The Role As Director of Engineering, you will be the steward of the hotel’s physical soul—ensuring that every space, system, and sensory detail performs flawlessly while honoring Faena’s design integrity and sustainability commitments. You will lead all engineering and technical operations through pre-opening and into steady state, safeguarding asset value, life-safety compliance, and operational excellence in an ultra-luxury environment. What You Will Create Pre-Opening & Technical Readiness Lead the full engineering pre-opening journey, including snagging, commissioning, testing & balancing, and systems handover. Oversee readiness of all MEP, BMS, ELV, life safety, and fire systems prior to opening. Coordinate closely with project teams, designers, contractors, and ownership during final construction and handover phases. Asset Protection & Maintenance Excellence Establish preventive and predictive maintenance programs that protect long-term asset value. Ensure rapid, discreet response to technical issues with minimal guest impact. Maintain the integrity of Faena’s design, finishes, and specialty installations. Sustainability & Environmental Stewardship Implement energy efficiency, water conservation, and waste reduction initiatives aligned with brand and owner sustainability goals. Monitor utilities consumption and optimize performance without compromising luxury standards. Support ESG reporting and sustainability certifications where applicable. Safety, Compliance & Risk Management Ensure full compliance with local regulations, civil defense, fire life safety, and environmental standards. Lead safety training, emergency preparedness, and crisis response planning. Maintain audit readiness and accurate technical documentation. Leadership & Collaboration Build, train, and lead a high-performing engineering team with strong technical competence and service mindset. Partner closely with Operations, Housekeeping, Spa, F&B, and People & Culture to ensure seamless hotel performance. Manage engineering budgets, CAPEX planning, vendor contracts, and service agreements. Qualifications Who You Are A senior engineering leader from luxury or ultra-luxury hospitality, resorts, or mixed-use developments. Proven pre-opening experience with complex technical systems and high design standards. Strong expertise in MEP systems, life safety, and asset maintenance. Calm, solutions-oriented, and detail-driven, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. Experienced working within Saudi Arabia or the GCC, with solid regulatory and stakeholder awareness. Fluent in English; Arabic an advantage. Additional Information What’s in it for you... Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands. Great healthcare, competitive salary, and some nice extra perks across the Ennismore family of brands! Learning opportunities to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make, and thrive at work The opportunity to be yourself and collaborate with other bright minds in a relaxed, innovative culture Job-Category: Engineering & Maintenance Job Type: Permanent Job Schedule: Full-Time

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Responsibilities

The Director of Engineering will manage all engineering and technical operations for the hotel, ensuring flawless performance of all physical systems while upholding design integrity and sustainability commitments. This includes leading pre-opening readiness activities such as commissioning and testing, and establishing excellence in asset protection and maintenance programs.