Plant Operator - Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah

Role Overview

As a Plant Operator at Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah, you will help keep the hotel’s technical and facility systems running smoothly so guests enjoy a comfortable, safe, and well-maintained stay. The role focuses on maintaining plant rooms, preserving operational efficiency, and supporting a high standard of hospitality through reliable upkeep of critical building systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the day-to-day operation, servicing, and repair of hotel plant rooms, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and pool-related equipment.
• Carry out regular checks on plant rooms, swimming pool systems, and associated machinery to catch and resolve issues early.
• Manage chemicals safely by following proper storage, handling, and usage practices in line with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Apply strong knowledge of water treatment and chemical procedures to keep swimming pool conditions safe and within acceptable standards.
• Perform planned maintenance on plant equipment such as boilers, chillers, pumps, and filtration units to support uninterrupted operation.
• Track and maintain water quality indicators, including pH, chlorine, and other treatment parameters, to meet health and safety expectations.
• Respond quickly to maintenance requests affecting plant rooms, pool systems, or other hotel facilities.
• Document maintenance work, chemical consumption, work orders, and inventory levels for parts and supplies accurately.
• Review energy consumption across plant operations and suggest improvements that reduce waste and operating cost.
• Follow all safety procedures, especially those related to chemical use, to protect team members and guests.
• Arrange the purchase of required parts, chemicals, and consumables for maintenance and repair activities.
• Keep tools, equipment, and work areas in proper working condition and ready for use.
• Recommend practical improvements to maintenance processes, chemical management, and energy-efficiency practices.

Qualifications and Skills

The ideal candidate should bring hands-on experience with hotel plant operations and the ability to work responsibly in a guest-focused environment. You should be comfortable collaborating with team members while maintaining high standards of safety, reliability, and service.

• Solid working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, swimming pool equipment, and other hotel plant room machinery.
• Experience in safely handling, storing, and applying chemicals, especially those used in pool water treatment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical and operational issues efficiently.
• Capability to prioritize multiple maintenance requests, including urgent plant and pool-related matters.
• Understanding of energy conservation methods, sustainability practices, and water treatment processes in a hotel setting.
• Prior experience in a similar position.

About Hilton

Hilton is a global hospitality company known for delivering memorable guest experiences while fostering a supportive workplace for team members. With a long-standing commitment to service and innovation, the company continues to shape the future of travel through its award-winning culture and world-class brands.

Additional Information

This is a full-time, on-site position in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates. The role is centered on hotel facilities maintenance, energy efficiency, and safe plant-room operations. No salary, vacancy count, or start date was specified in the source.