Electrician

Organization- Park Hyatt Dubai Summary The Electrician is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all electrical systems and equipment. The role plays a critical part in maintaining guest comfort, operational continuity, and asset integrity through proactive maintenance, timely repairs, and strict adherence to safety standards.

Main Duties:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems, lighting, power distribution equipment, control panels, generators, and associated infrastructure throughout the hotel, villas, and back-of-house areas.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults promptly to minimize operational disruptions and ensure the continuous availability of guest services and facilities.
• Conduct regular inspections of guest rooms, villas, public areas, restaurants, kitchens, recreation facilities, and staff accommodations to identify and rectify electrical deficiencies.
• Install, maintain, and repair lighting fixtures, power outlets, switches, circuit breakers, distribution boards, and electrical wiring systems in accordance with approved standards and procedures.
• Respond efficiently to guest and departmental maintenance requests, ensuring work is completed professionally, safely, and with minimal inconvenience to guests.
• Assist in the maintenance and monitoring of emergency power systems, generators, UPS units, emergency lighting systems, and electrical safety devices to ensure operational readiness at all times.
• Support the operation and maintenance of electrical components connected to HVAC systems, pumps, kitchen equipment, laundry machinery, irrigation systems, swimming pools, and villa facilities.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, repairs, equipment performance, and spare parts usage through established maintenance management systems.
• Monitor electrical equipment and energy consumption patterns, identifying opportunities for improved efficiency, cost savings, and sustainability initiatives.
• Ensure all electrical work complies with applicable health and safety regulations, electrical codes, lockout/tagout procedures, and hotel engineering standards.
• Coordinate with other Engineering team members, contractors, and external service providers during maintenance projects, renovations, and equipment installations.
• Maintain tools, testing devices, workshops, plant rooms, and storage areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition while ensuring adequate stock of essential electrical spare parts and materials.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; a Technical Diploma or Certificate in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, or a related trade is preferred.
• Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience as an Electrician, preferably within a luxury hotel, resort, residential complex, or large commercial facility.
• Sound knowledge of electrical systems, power distribution, lighting systems, generators, UPS systems, and preventive maintenance practices.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, technical manuals, and maintenance procedures.
• Good understanding of health and safety regulations, electrical codes, and safe working practices related to electrical maintenance.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and respond effectively to maintenance emergencies.