Company Description

DUKES The Palm, Dubai Hotel

Synonymous with timeless British sophistication, Dukes The Palm, Dubai Hotel brings a touch of classic elegance to the city’s vibrant hospitality landscape. With spectacular views of the Arabian Gulf and Dubai Marina skyline, this 5-star destination offers:

Upscale rooms and luxurious suitesAward-winning dining experiencesA private beach and stunning infinity poolWorld-class service rooted in excellence and attention to detail.                                                         

 As part of the Minor Hotel Group, both properties are committed to creating memorable guest experiences and providing meaningful career growth opportunities.

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and enthusiastic Pool Technician to join our dynamic facilities team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. In this role, you will be the cornerstone of maintaining our swimming pool facilities to the highest standards of safety, cleanliness, and operational excellence. Working collaboratively with our Shift Leader and engineering team, you will ensure that all pools remain in pristine condition while adhering to rigorous safety protocols and preventive maintenance schedules. Your analytical mindset, combined with your commitment to customer satisfaction, will directly contribute to creating safe and enjoyable aquatic environments for our guests and residents.

Perform daily pool maintenance tasks including water testing, chemical balancing, filtration system monitoring, and equipment inspection to ensure optimal water quality and safety standardsExecute preventive maintenance activities according to established hotel schedules and engineering plans, maintaining detailed records of all maintenance performedOperate and maintain all pool-related equipment, including pumps, filters, heaters, and chlorination systems, with precision and careConduct thorough cleaning of pool areas, decks, and surrounding facilities while maintaining a safe and hygienic environmentCommunicate effectively with the Shift Leader and team members regarding maintenance status, equipment issues, and any safety concerns that ariseRead and interpret technical blueprints, electrical schematics, and maintenance manuals to troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions efficientlyProperly manage and maintain all tools and equipment supplied by the organization, ensuring they are stored correctly and in working conditionIdentify and implement cost-saving opportunities and operational improvements within the engineering department and pool operationsRespond promptly to maintenance requests and emergency situations, demonstrating resilience and decisive problem-solving abilitiesMaintain comprehensive knowledge of local UAE safety regulations and environmental standards, ensuring full compliance at all times

Qualifications

 

Appropriate documented training from an accredited technical or vocational institute in pool maintenance, water treatment, or related fieldMinimum one year of operating experience in a hotel engineering department, resort facilities management, or similar hospitality environmentCurrent or ability to obtain recognised pool/water treatment certification or licence as required by UAE regulationsStrong knowledge of swimming pool systems, water chemistry, filtration processes, and equipment operationDemonstrated ability to read, interpret technical blueprints, electrical schematics, and maintenance manuals with precision and accuracyProven problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking to diagnose and resolve technical issues efficientlyExcellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and leadershipPhysical fitness and capability to perform manual labour, including lifting, bending, and working in varying weather conditionsDetail-oriented mindset with strong organisational skills and the ability to maintain accurate maintenance recordsFlexibility to work varying shifts and respond promptly to operational needs and emergency situations