Ehab Omar Becktash
Senior Engineering Leader & Facilities Management Consultant
Dubai, AE.About
A highly accomplished and results-driven Engineering Leader with over 19 years of expertise in Facilities and Hospitality Management, specializing in hard and soft services for complex use facilities including 9 hotels and 2 hospitals. Proven ability to optimize operations, reduce costs by up to 20%, and spearhead successful opening and renovation projects from concept to full operational readiness, ensuring compliance with international standards and driving significant business value.
Work
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Summary
Currently providing expert engineering consultation, technical auditing, and strategic planning for diverse organizations, specializing in facilities optimization and sustainable operations.
Highlights
Spearheaded facility optimization projects across multiple sites, cutting annual maintenance costs by 20% while extending equipment lifespan.
Conducted comprehensive technical audits and risk assessments for complex HVAC & MEP systems, providing actionable recommendations for enhanced operational efficiency.
Developed customized CAPEX & OPEX plans, SOPs, Crisis & Emergency Plans, and training programs, ensuring compliance with national and international regulations.
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Summary
Directed all engineering operations, maintenance, and projects for a major hotel property, ensuring optimal functionality, HSE compliance, and POMEC management.
Highlights
Managed comprehensive operations, maintenance, and project portfolios, optimizing performance across all engineering disciplines for a luxury hotel.
Implemented robust HSE and sustainability initiatives, ensuring compliance with industry standards and contributing to efficient resource utilization.
Developed and managed strategic POMEC budgets, identifying opportunities for cost reduction and operational efficiency improvements.
Manama, Capital Governorate, Bahrain
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Summary
Managed all engineering operations, maintenance, and facilities for two prominent healthcare institutions, including new hospital extensions and setup.
Highlights
Oversaw facilities management across all engineering disciplines, including operations, maintenance, and project execution for two healthcare facilities.
Directed successful opening and setting up of hospital extensions, ensuring seamless integration of new infrastructure and services.
Implemented and managed robust security services, staff accommodation, transportation, and landscaping services to enhance overall facility operations.
Coral Sea Holiday & Aqua Club / Amer Group Porto Hotels & Compounds
|Chief of Engineering (2 properties)
Sharm El Sheikh, South Sinai Governorate, Egypt
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Summary
Led comprehensive engineering operations for two large hotel properties, overseeing maintenance, projects, HSE, sustainability, and POMEC management.
Highlights
Managed all engineering operations, maintenance, and strategic projects across two major hotel properties, ensuring high operational standards.
Implemented energy-saving initiatives and achieved cost reductions of 12-20% through data-driven decision-making and cross-functional collaboration.
Designed preventive and predictive maintenance strategies using CMMS tools, reducing downtime by up to 20% for critical systems.
Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
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Summary
Provided specialized technical consultation for diverse clients, including rehabilitation projects, maintenance department creation, and facility upgrades across healthcare, F&B, and residential sectors.
Highlights
Led the rehabilitation and reopening of Ibn Sina Specialized Hospital, establishing group-level engineering services.
Created a central Maintenance department for Mori Sushi Group, overseeing facility assessments and upgrades for 27 restaurants and 2 central kitchens.
Executed landscaping, irrigation, drainage, and plumbing networking for SODIC (Alegria Golf Compound), serving both compound management and individual residents.
Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
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Summary
Directed all engineering operations, maintenance, and renovation projects for a leading international hospital, including re-commissioning of hospital services.
Highlights
Managed comprehensive operations, maintenance, and renovation projects, including the successful re-commissioning of hospital services.
Gained 6 months of cross-exposure in Germany on healthcare facilities supporting equipment and attended MEDICA conference.
Completed 8 months of cross-exposure in Turkey on healthcare facilities operation and maintenance at Medical Park and oxygen generators standalone units.
InterContinental The Palace Port Ghalib Hotel & Resort & International Conventional Center
|Chief of Engineering
Marsa Alam, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt
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Summary
Oversaw engineering and facilities management for a large hotel resort and international convention center.
Highlights
Managed complex engineering operations for a luxury hotel resort and an international convention center, ensuring seamless functionality.
Implemented comprehensive maintenance programs to optimize facility performance and extend asset lifespan.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support large-scale events and daily operations within a high-profile hospitality environment.
Sharm El Sheikh, South Sinai Governorate, Egypt
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Summary
Managed regional Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) initiatives across multiple hotel properties, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.
Highlights
Developed and implemented regional HSE policies and procedures, significantly improving safety compliance across multiple hotel properties.
Conducted regular risk assessments and audits, identifying potential hazards and implementing corrective actions to mitigate risks.
Provided training and guidance to staff on HSE best practices, fostering a culture of safety and environmental responsibility.
Sharm El Sheikh, South Sinai Governorate, Egypt
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Summary
Coordinated and engineered various projects for a prominent hotel, contributing to facility development and operational improvements.
Highlights
Coordinated engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring adherence to specifications and timelines.
Assisted in the design and implementation of facility improvements, enhancing operational efficiency and guest satisfaction.
Collaborated with technical teams to resolve engineering challenges and support ongoing maintenance activities.
Languages
English
Arabic
Skills
Facilities Management
Operations Management, Maintenance Management, Hard Services, Soft Services, Building Systems, HVAC, MEP Systems, Facility Optimization, Preventive Maintenance, Predictive Maintenance, CMMS.
Project Management
Project Coordination, Construction Management, Site Coordination, Testing & Commissioning, Opening & Renovation Projects, Strategic Planning, CAPEX Planning, OPEX Planning.
HSE & Compliance
HSE Management, Risk Assessment, Technical Audits, Accreditation Management, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 41001, SFG20, ISO 45001, JCI Accreditation, ISO/IEC 17025, Regulatory Compliance.
Financial & Operational Efficiency
Cost Reduction, Budget Planning, Energy Management, POMEC Management, Data-Driven Decision Making, Process Improvement, Workflow Streamlining, Efficiency Gains.
Leadership & Development
People Management, Performance Management, Business Setting Management, Cross-functional Collaboration, Team Leadership, Training Program Development, SOP Development.
Sustainability & Environmental Management
Environmental Engineering, Energy Saving Initiatives, Sustainable Operations.