Assistant Engineering Manager - Iraq

We have been retained by a 5-star property in Iraq that is looking to add an Assistant Engineering Manager to their team.

The Assistant Engineering Manager will support the Engineering Manager in overseeing all technical operations, preventive maintenance programs, and engineering team activities within the hotel.

The role ensures the property, equipment, and facilities are operating safely, efficiently, and in line with brand standards.

A bit about the role: 

• Assist in planning, executing, and supervising preventive maintenance across all hotel areas (guest rooms, public spaces, back-of-house, kitchen, laundry, and mechanical areas).
• Support in managing the day-to-day engineering operations, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, ELV, firefighting, and utilities.
• Ensure prompt response to maintenance requests, guest room defects, and operational needs to maintain guest satisfaction.
• Monitor and oversee proper operation of building management systems (BMS), boilers, chillers, pumps, generators, and other critical equipment.
• Assist in monitoring utility consumption and implementing energy-saving initiatives to reduce operational costs.
• Coordinate with external contractors and suppliers for repairs, projects, and compliance-related inspections.
• Ensure all engineering work is carried out safely, following hotel policies, legal regulations, and health & safety guidelines.
• Participate in budgeting, cost control, spare parts inventory management, and planning engineering projects.
• Support in training, supervising, and guiding the engineering team to ensure technical competency and high performance.
• Act as the department head in the absence of the Engineering Manager.

What we're looking for:

• Degree or diploma in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or related discipline).
• Minimum 7–10 years of engineering experience, with at least 3–5 years in a senior supervisory role or as a Shift Engineer in a hotel or similar facility.
• Strong technical knowledge in HVAC, electrical systems, plumbing, and mechanical equipment.
• Experience managing preventive maintenance programs and engineering teams
• Good understanding of hotel building systems (BMS, fire safety systems, lifts, pumps, chillers, generators).
• Competence in preparing reports, maintenance logs, and basic cost control.

Salary pacakge: USD2500 + yearly flights, accommodation, medical, visa, family status ( wife and one depednant )