Director of Engineering

We want to welcome you to a world of bringing True Hospitality to everyone. When you join us at IHG®, you become part of our global family. A welcoming culture of warmth, honesty and a passion for providing True Hospitality. We pride ourselves on letting your personality and passions shine, recognizing the individual contribution you make and supporting your ambition to learn and create your own career path. In making a difference to our guests and owners, colleagues and communities, every day is a chance to create great and unique experiences, in your own way. With over 370,000 colleagues in nearly 100 countries sharing our values, there are countless opportunities at your fingertips. We’re growing; grow with us. Conveniently located in the heart of one of Doha's key business districts, close to major banks, Crowne Plaza and Holiday Inn Doha – The Business Park is just a 15-minute drive by car or complimentary shuttle from Doha's Hamad International Airport and near such attractions as Museum of Islamic Arts and Souk Waqif. Our 378 stylish guestrooms and suites at Crowne Plaza and 307 well-appointed guestrooms at Holiday Inn are all equipped with modern amenities designed for comfort and high-speed wireless internet access to stay connected.

Your day-to-day:
People
•Direct daily engineering needs, plan and assign work ensuring you always have the right team in place  
•Develop your team and improve their performance through coaching and feedback, and create performance and development goals for colleagues; recognise good performance 
•Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.  
•Communicate with all hotel department heads to stay informed of maintenance needs and ensure timely responses to requests

Guest Experience
•Help guests needs to ensure their satisfaction  
•Use a maintenance programme to ensure the hotel is maintained and in service for our guests  

Responsible Business
•Oversee the physical operations of the hotel, including maintenance and repair and order parts and supplies in a timely and efficient manner while minimising waste and maintaining “green” initiatives  
•Ad-hoc duties – unexpected moments when we have to pull together to get a task done

What we need from you:
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in hotel engineering or facilities management, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Comprehensive knowledge of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire safety.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage, motivate, and develop a team.
• Experience in energy management, sustainability initiatives, and cost control is preferred.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in using relevant software, including BMS (Building Management Systems) and maintenance tracking systems.
• Familiarity with local regulations, safety standards, and building codes.

What you can expect from us:
We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business. 
Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. 
IHG gives every member of the team  the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing