About the Hotel

Located within the fashionable Al Bateen Marina is the sophisticated waterfront retreat, Royal M Hotel by Gewan Abu Dhabi, offering the ultimate comfort and luxury for both business and leisure travellers alike. Perfectly placed in the heart of Abu Dhabi, providing easy access to the Corniche Beach and just moments from an array of shopping malls.

The inspiring nautical design, contemporary streamlined architecture, and bespoke private villas radiate the promise of an experience that awaits within.

From the moment you set foot in the hotel, you know you are taking the first steps on a truly unique journey. A magnificent colonnade frames the impressive Marina view through into the lobby, where the hotel’s elegant modern style reveals itself further.

Role Overview

As a Painter, you will maintain the appearance and quality of guestrooms, villas, public areas, F&B outlets and back-of-house spaces. You will carry out painting, surface preparation and minor finishing repairs while ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and with minimal disruption to guests.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, scraping, sanding, filling, plastering and applying primer.
• Apply paint, varnish, stain and protective coatings to walls, ceilings, doors, furniture, woodwork and metal surfaces.
• Carry out colour matching, touch-ups and decorative finishes to maintain consistent hotel standards.
• Complete minor plaster, gypsum, silicone, caulking and wallpaper repairs when required.
• Protect furniture, floors and surrounding areas before starting work and restore the area upon completion.
• Attend Engineering work orders and preventive maintenance schedules for guestrooms and operational areas.
• Inspect completed work to ensure a clean, smooth and professional finish.
• Maintain painting tools, equipment and material stocks in good condition.
• Store paints, solvents and chemicals safely in accordance with SDS and HSE requirements.
• Report water damage, cracks, recurring defects or structural concerns to the Engineering Supervisor.
• Coordinate with Housekeeping, Front Office and other departments to minimise operational and guest disruption.
• Follow PPE, ladder, scaffolding and general workplace safety procedures at all times.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ painting experience in a hotel, facilities-management company or commercial building.
• Good knowledge of paints, primers, varnishes, coatings and surface-preparation techniques.
• Experience in minor plastering, gypsum repair, wallpaper work and colour matching is preferred.
• Ability to deliver neat, high-quality finishes with strong attention to detail.
• Able to use painting tools, ladders and access equipment safely.
• Physically fit and able to work indoors and outdoors when required.
• Basic command of English for work orders, safety instructions and handovers.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, public holidays and emergency call-outs.
• A relevant trade certificate is an advantage.
• Priority will be given to candidates available to join immediately.