Summary
Minor Hotels is seeking a Duty Engineer for Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE. The role plans and oversees preventive maintenance, projects and renovations, monitors energy use, and prioritises maintenance requests while supporting hotel safety requirements. Candidates should have a diploma or bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and experience in luxury hotels or resorts. Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and building systems is required, along with readiness to work rotating shifts, weekends and public holidays.
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Job Location:
Anantara Mina Al Arab Ras Al Khaimah Resort


Anantara Hotels & Resorts is a global luxury hotel and resort brand rooted in Thai culture, with an intrinsic sense of authentic hospitality. Inspired by the Sanskrit word meaning ‘without end’, our spirit embodies freedom, movement, and harmony. We believe every journey should leave a lasting impression — for our guests and for our people.
Founded in 2001 in Thailand, we have since expanded across the world, welcoming guests in some of the world’s most captivating locales — from pristine beaches and private islands to ancient sites and vibrant metropolises. If you are driven by a passion for generosity, warmth and heartfelt hospitality, Anantara offers a career without limits.
Escape to Ras Al Khaimah for beach, desert, and mountain adventures. The northernmost emirate of the UAE, Ras Al Khaimah enjoys a more tranquil rhythm, yet is only 45 minutes from Dubai. Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah Resort offers overwater luxury on the Arabian Gulf in a pristine eco-sanctuary.
Nature lovers will relish the open terrain of Ras Al Khaimah. From balmy waters to golden shorelines to rugged desert, adventure abounds. Charter a yacht and sail off into the sunset. Ride across rolling dunes and conquer the mountain peak of Jebel Jais.
- To plan and manage all preventative maintenance work, new projects, extensions, and renovations.
- To comply with all statutory and legal requirements for fire, health and safety licensing and provide all necessary safety equipment required for work to be carried out efficiently and safely.
- To continually monitor the responsible use of energy in the hotel, and implement measures resulting in energy cost savings.
- To manage the department, in the absence of the Chief Engineer.
- Ensure that all maintenance requests are prioritised and are dealt with in an efficient manner, by technically proficient and guest-friendly technicians
- He/she ideally should be certified in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
- Must be familiar with the operations and priorities of all other hotel operating departments.
- Advise other colleagues on Health & Safety rules and processes.
- Performing related duties and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Building Services Engineering.
- Experience in a luxury hotels & Resorts.
- Relevant technical certifications in HVAC, electrical systems, plumbing, or building maintenance are beneficial.
- Good knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, water supply, drainage, and mechanical systems.
- Understanding of chillers, boilers, pumps, generators, AHUs, FCUs, BMS, elevators, and fire & life-safety systems.
- Ability to read technical drawings, electrical diagrams, and equipment manuals.
- Knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance.
- Familiarity with energy management and utility monitoring.
- Basic knowledge of building automation/BMS and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
- Understanding of the high service standards expected in luxury hotels and resorts.
- Ability to respond quickly to guest-room engineering complaints and emergencies.
- Coordination with Housekeeping, Front Office, Security, F&B, and other hotel departments.
- Ability to carry out maintenance work while minimizing disruption to guests.
- Good understanding of hotel preventive-maintenance schedules and engineering logbooks.
- Knowledge of occupational health and safety, fire safety, emergency procedures, and safe working practices.
- Awareness of relevant local building, electrical, environmental, and fire-safety regulations.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork.
- Ability to remain calm during breakdowns and emergencies.
- Attention to detail and strong safety awareness.
- Good time management and ability to prioritize urgent maintenance requests.
- Professional appearance and a guest-focused attitude.
- Willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
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