Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai is looking for a Painter to join our Engineering team.

Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional. 

Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences.

With a pristine oceanfront setting, Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai is a stylish urban resort overlooking the clear blue waters of the Arabian Gulf and Dubai’s glittering skyline, which is dominated by Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world. The hotel's beachfront location and open-air facilities are designed to bring a new level of relaxed luxury to the city.

As Painter you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Read blueprints/instructions and examine surfaces to determine the kind and amount of work necessary

• Make on-site preparations such as building scaffolding, covering fixtures etc.

• Prepare walls and other surfaces for painting by scraping, using sandpaper, removing old paint, minor drywall, wood trim repair, complete and thorough cleanup etc.

• Fill cracks and holes with appropriate material (e.g. plaster)

• Mix and match paint and other materials to prepare the right color or texture

• Paint, apply varnish and other finishes on various surfaces

• Order appropriate material/s from the store

• Take and adhere to all health and safety precautions

• Carry out the maintenance of equipment

• Order and replace the correct spares of equipment as needed

• Perform scheduled Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) works in hotel rooms, and/or public areas as required (e.g. inspections, upholstery, touch-up painting, replacing light fixtures, repairing, grouting etc.)

• Maintain, repair and clean all guest rooms in accordance with the property PPM procedures and standard guidelines

• Perform miscellaneous minor repairs such as tightening loose toilet seats, changing light bulbs, and patching holes in walls etc.

• Update logbook, service request data and complete submit required reports

• Take necessary corrective actions against any Guest Feedback

• Report any maintenance/engineering concerns, unusual findings or safety hazards

• Perform other duties that management may from time to time reasonably require

As Painter we expect from you:

• Proven experience as a painter

• Excellent knowledge of painting material and how to select, mix and apply them

• Solid knowledge of commercial and/or construction painting techniques

• Aptitude in using appropriate tools (brushes, caulking guns etc.)

• Good basic math skills

• Manual dexterity with excellent balance to work on scaffolding, ladders etc.

• Conscientious with great attention to detail

• High school diploma; successful completion of an apprenticeship

Our commitment to you:

• Learning & Development. Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow, continuously.

• MOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off. As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones.

• Heath & Colleague Wellness. Finding the right work-life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues, globally.

• A competitive salary and benefits packages

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