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"I believe successful people are the ones who take the initiative to learn, unlearn and relearn. It’s important to constantly challenge your knowledge and step out of your comfort zone."

Peggy Focheux Duval: Director of Learning & Development, France

We are looking for an experienced Chief Engineer to lead the opening of Hyatt Place Al Ula.

Hyatt Place Al Ula represents a significant milestone in Hyatt’s expansion across the region and will feature 214 guestrooms, two food and beverage outlets, meeting space, swimming pool and a fitness center appealing to both leisure and business travelers.

Your Role

As the Chief Engineer, you’ll be responsible for leading the pre-opening and operational readiness of Hyatt Place Al Ula, ensuring safe, reliable, and sustainable engineering operations from day one.

This role is ideal for a hands‑on leader who leads with care, drives operational excellence, and develops high‑performing engineering teams while ensuring full compliance and cost discipline.

Key Responsibilities

Lead pre‑opening engineering setup, testing, commissioning, and handover

Ensure compliance with local & international codes and Hyatt standards

Drive preventive maintenance, energy conservation, and sustainability initiatives

Manage budgets, CAPEX, contractors, and engineering projects

Lead green initiatives and energy savings projects

Develop, coach, and inspire the engineering team

Qualifications

Engineering Degree (Mechanical / Electrical)

3–5 years’ experience in hotels as a Head of Engineering in medium size property or Assistant in a large scale property.

Strong leadership, and problem‑solving skills

Proven ability to deliver results while building a strong team

Care Connects us at Hyatt - we open doors, we welcome you and we care.

And we offer a great range of benefits, including:

Long term career growth opportunities

A motivated and connected team

12 complimentary nights (per year) in other Hyatt properties around the world as well as colleague rates and discounts

And a company that truly cares

Discover what’s next. We look forward to hearing and learning from you.

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