Engineering Supervisor

Comprising of The First Group’s award-winning hotels and restaurants, The First Collection is an innovative lifestyle brand offering exciting hospitality services and unforgettable dining experiences.

The First Collection’s portfolio of five operational hotels are renowned for their world-class service and cutting-edge amenities designed to ease guests into their stay. The First Collection at JVC opened in September 2021 and is the first branded and managed hotel under the group. Grand Heights Hotel Apartments, offers comfortable studios and one-bedroom apartments in the heart of the city, and is owned and managed by The First Collection. Bringing to the market a range of franchised properties, the group also manages TRYP by Wyndham Dubai and Wyndham Dubai Marina, which are franchises of the Wyndham Group. While Citadines Metro Central Dubai, offers hotel apartments in a prime location and is a franchise of The Ascott Limited.

The First Collection’s restaurants offer exceptional and original dining experiences that focus on creating unique lifestyle-driven dining concepts with a strong emphasis on quality and affordability. The rapidly growing portfolio of restaurants, cafes and bars features a dynamic mix of homegrown brands and recognised International franchises, including MasterChef, the TV Experience – the world’s first restaurant based on the global TV phenomenon. With an emphasis on social dining, this exciting restaurant portfolio is helping establish the collection of upscale and upper midscale hotels among Dubai’s hottest gastronomic and lifestyle destinations.

With ambitious growth plans in the years ahead , The First Collection will be opening numerous upper scale hotels and a series of dining concepts throughout Dubai.

Job Description:

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Supervisor to oversee the day-to-day operations of our engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering, project management, and team leadership. The Engineering Supervisor will be responsible for ensuring that engineering projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This is a critical leadership role within our organization and requires someone who is able to motivate and manage a team of engineers, while also collaborating with other departments to ensure that projects are aligned with company goals.

Job Responsibilities:

• Supervise and manage a team of engineers to ensure that engineering projects are completed on time and to the highest quality standards.
• Provide technical guidance and expertise to the engineering team as needed.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and budgets to ensure that projects are completed within allocated resources.
• Collaborate with other departments, including operations, marketing, and finance, to ensure that engineering projects are aligned with company goals and objectives.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide feedback and coaching to team members to support their development and growth.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies within the engineering department.
• Ensure compliance with relevant safety regulations and standards.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and collaboration within the engineering team.
• Communicate regularly with senior management to provide updates on project status and any issues or concerns that arise.

Desired Skill & Expertise:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in engineering, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong project management skills, with experience managing complex projects from conception to completion.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments and stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of relevant safety regulations and standards.
• Proficiency in relevant engineering software and tools.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.