Assistant Chief Engineer - Sofitel Cairo Downtown Nile
Accor · Cairo, Egypt · Posted 2026-07-29
Company DescriptionJoin a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.Take the opportunity to become a Heartist®, and let your heart guide you in this world where life beats faster.Job DescriptionOverseeing the maintenance and repair planning to ensure the hotel building is safe and efficiently maintained.Ensuring safety, security, and compliance are maintained at the highest levels.Providing water, heat, lighting, and power for the entire hotel.Ensuring all safety rules and regulations are complied with and reporting progress to the Director of Engineering.Develops and implements administrative standards, procedures, and guidelines to ensure consistency, safety, and prompt service to internal and external guestsAssists in managing the physical plant including equipment, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, electrical and life safety systems.Recommends or arranges for additional services such as painting, repair work, renovations, and the replacement of furnishings and equipment.Supervises the day-to-day operations of Engineering and related departments.Ensures by spot checks that preventative maintenance program is followed as it is implementedPlaces orders for routine maintenance itemsBe a member of the Health and Safety program of the hotel and make sure rules, regulations, and policies are being followed by colleaguesQualificationsBachelor's degree in engineering +3 years' experience in maintenance Engineering into Hospitality industry Strong Leadership skills with previous experience of managing a teamFirst Aid Certificate Additional Informationexperience is an assetPrior experience working with Opera or a related systemFluency in Englishadditional languages are a plusYour Team And Working EnvironmentIn 1-2 sentences, introduce the team, property or office environment in a way that reflects the cultureNote: Customization may be included for any specific local or legislative requirements, such as work permitsOur Commitment To Diversity & InclusionWe are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.
Accor is a global hospitality group with over 5,600 properties and 45 brands ranging from luxury to economy. The company provides personalized services, residences, and resorts, focusing on delivering guest experiences and creating a positive local and global impact.
What you should know
Global Hotel Presence: Operates a diverse portfolio of over 45 hotel brands across 110 countries
360,000+ Heartists!: Employs a global team of more than 360,000 members known as Heartists
Under 35 Council: Maintains an internal executive committee specifically for employees under the age of 35
How they work
Be All You Are — A diverse and inclusive culture that celebrates autonomy, creativity, and individuality.
Grow & Create Your Path — A deeply ingrained culture of learning and development that provides boundless training and professional evolution opportunities.