Engineering Assistant Manager, Four Seasons Red Sea

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Soon to be one of the region’s foremost luxury beachside destinations, The Red Sea will comprise of the idyllic natural islands and lagoons across 200 kms of coastline along the western coast of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, between the cities of Umluj and Al Wajh. The new Four Seasons Resort will be located on Shura Island, the hub of the development and home to a yacht marina, leisure and lifestyle facilities, retail offerings, 18-hole golf course and more. The Red Sea destination is being built with sustainable practices and tourism at its core, with the masterplan being informed by an impressive marine spatial planning simulation to model the environmental impact of development and operations to minimize over-tourism while providing guests with an exceptional travel and lifestyle experience. The destination will also rely on renewable energy and will only develop a small portion of the islands with expansive dedicated conservation zones. The new Four Seasons Resort will offer approximately 149 rooms and suites, all with uninterrupted views over white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters. The property will also feature six restaurant and lounge outlets, meeting and events spaces, a marine discovery centre, Kids for All Seasons space and much more. Whether looking for rest and relaxation or sport and water activities, there will be something for everyone, including a full-service spa with a hammam, tennis courts, three outdoor pools with cabanas, and two separate beaches for families and adults perfect for soaking in the sun or diving down to explore the coral reefs.

The Role of the On-Site Engineering Lead

The On-Site Engineering Lead is responsible for overseeing the daily repair, maintenance, and operational activities of the Engineering Department, ensuring all areas of the property—including guest rooms, public areas, critical infrastructure systems, powerhouse, RO plant, and STP—operate efficiently and seamlessly. This role plays a key part in maintaining high standards of safety, sustainability, and operational excellence in line with Four Seasons standards.

Reporting to the Director of Engineering, the On-Site Engineering Lead acts as the primary operational support and assumes full responsibility for the department in their absence. The role requires a hands-on leader who can effectively manage both technical operations and team performance, ensuring service excellence across all engineering functions.

The On-Site Engineering Lead supports the Director of Engineering in leading, motivating, and developing a high-performing team, while fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement. This includes active involvement in training, coaching, employee relations, and succession planning to ensure long-term departmental success.

This role is also responsible for ensuring departmental organization, compliance with company policies, and adherence to safety and environmental standards. The position contributes to budget planning, cost control initiatives, and the overall efficiency of engineering operations.

On a day-to-day basis, the On-Site Engineering Lead oversees preventive maintenance programs, manages repair activities across all systems, and ensures timely resolution of maintenance requests in coordination with other departments. The role includes supervising powerhouse operations, monitoring system performance, and coordinating with specialized engineering functions such as kitchen, laundry, pool systems, and transportation equipment.

The On-Site Engineering Lead is expected to maintain accurate documentation, conduct regular inspections, lead daily briefings, and provide ongoing performance feedback to team members. As a visible and engaged leader, this role actively supports the team during peak operational periods and ensures that all workspaces are safe, organized, and fully functional.

Knowledge and Skills

• A minimum of 6–8 years of relevant experience in hotel engineering operations
• Previous experience with powerhouse operations is highly preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written)
• Strong numerical and analytical abilities
• Diploma or vocational certification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Electromechanical Engineering required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Ability to read and interpret MEP drawings, schematics, and technical layouts
• Physically fit and capable of performing technical and operational duties
• Knowledge of sustainable engineering practices and environmental compliance

Additional Requirement

• This role is designated for Saudi nationals in line with local nationalization (Saudization) requirements.

What to Expect

• Competitive net salary in a tax-free environment
• Housing provided
• Transportation provided
• 30 days annual vacation
• Public holidays as per company policy
• Paid home leave tickets
• Medical insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Worldwide complimentary room nights
• Laundry/dry cleaning for work attire
• Growth and development opportunities