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Director of Engineering

Malaysia Movenpick Hotel And Convention Centre Klia MYR 12,000–18,000 per month, potentially with benefits and performance incentives*
Job Description

The Director of Engineering leads all engineering, maintenance, and property-related operations at Mövenpick Hotel and Convention Centre KLIA. Candidates should have a degree or diploma in engineering, substantial experience in hotel engineering or facilities management, and proven leadership of technical teams. Knowledge of preventive maintenance, energy conservation, building systems, fire safety, occupational health and safety, and Malaysian regulations is expected. The role requires strong budgeting, contractor-management, troubleshooting, and project-planning skills. The successful candidate will keep the hotel, convention facilities, equipment, and utilities safe, reliable, compliant, and guest-ready while controlling costs and supporting sustainability targets. Good communication in English, sound commercial judgment, and the ability to work flexibly in a busy hospitality environment are important.

Company Info

Mövenpick Hotel and Convention Centre KLIA is a premium Accor property in Sepang, Malaysia, positioned close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The hotel combines upscale accommodation with extensive meeting, banquet, and convention facilities, serving airport travelers, corporate guests, events, and leisure visitors. Mövenpick is known for Swiss-inspired hospitality, thoughtful service, comfortable design, and its emphasis on culinary experiences. As part of Accor, one of the world’s largest hospitality groups, the property benefits from international standards, structured training, global career mobility, and established sustainability programs. Engineering leadership is particularly important in a large hotel and convention environment, where uninterrupted utilities, air-conditioning, lifts, kitchens, guest-room systems, and event facilities directly affect guest satisfaction and business performance.

Destination Guide

Malaysia is a multicultural country rather than a single island destination, with strong hospitality opportunities in Kuala Lumpur, Sepang, Penang, Langkawi, Sabah, and Sarawak. Hotels, resorts, restaurants, convention venues, and tourism businesses regularly recruit experienced managers, engineers, chefs, and service professionals. Malay, Chinese, Indian, and indigenous traditions shape daily life, with English widely used in business and tourism. Lifestyle ranges from fast-paced urban living to relaxed coastal and island communities, with generally affordable food and good regional travel connections. Foreign professionals normally need an employment pass sponsored by their employer; the company usually handles approval and documentation before work begins. Relocating candidates should verify qualifications, medical requirements, taxation, housing, schooling, and dependent-pass rules. Sepang offers airport access and a quieter suburban setting, while Kuala Lumpur provides more extensive amenities and networking opportunities.

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