Assistant Chief Engineer- Crowne Plaza Resort Petra
Hotel Brand: Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts
Location: Jordan, Petra
Hotel: Petra (AMMHC), Wadi Mousa, P.O. Box 30, 71810
Job number: 154604
Location: Petra, Jordan
Brand: IHG – Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts
Opening: 2026
Brand: IHG – Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts
Opening: 2026
Be part of history as we reopen Crowne Plaza Resort Petra – where timeless heritage meets modern hospitality.
We are seeking an Assistant Chief Engineer who will play a key role in relaunching one of Jordan’s most iconic destinations. In this exciting pre-opening role, you will support the Chief Engineer in leading and overseeing all engineering and maintenance operations—ensuring the resort’s facilities, systems, and equipment operate safely, efficiently, and sustainably.
You’ll help build, inspire, and develop a dedicated team of engineers and technicians who embody IHG’s purpose of delivering True Hospitality for Good. Through technical expertise, strong leadership, and hands-on problem-solving, you’ll drive operational excellence, safety, and reliability across all engineering functions.
What We’re Looking For:
Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
4–5 years of engineering or maintenance experience in hospitality, commercial buildings, or related industries, with at least 2 years in a similar leadership role.
Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety, BMS, PMS & GRMS, and mechanical systems.
Proven ability to lead and develop a diverse engineering team.
Solid understanding of workplace safety and preventive maintenance practices.
Demonstrated experience in budget management, cost control, and vendor negotiations.
Hands-on, resourceful, and solutions-oriented with strong project management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to collaborate effectively with colleagues, contractors, and external authorities.
Strong commitment to sustainability, energy efficiency, and responsible business practices.
Flexibility to work on-call, weekends, or evenings as required by operational or emergency needs.
Safety certification from the Ministry of Labor or an approved center.
Who we are
Join Crowne Plaza one of the largest and best loved premium hotel brands in the world. With more than 420 hotels in diverse locations globally Crowne Plaza is the perfect base to connect on business, pleasure or a blend of both. We've thoughtfully designed our spaces to encourage, support and celebrate great connections. We're also big on meetings and events, a trusted and valued partner for connecting both domestic and global groups alike.
Our branded service style 'Dare to Connect' is crafted for connection. Designed for humans not nameless guests or colleagues. Still professional but touches guests on an emotional level. Where colleagues take their initiative and use their personality because they make a crucial difference in the guest's experience. The role of every colleague at Crowne Plaza is to create memorable emotional connections and the job of every leader is to create an environment where that can happen.
Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.
