The Chief Engineer will lead engineering and maintenance operations for Shangri-La Rasa Sayang Resort and Golden Sands Resort in Penang. Responsibilities typically include managing preventive and reactive maintenance, building services, utilities, equipment, energy conservation, fire and life-safety systems, compliance, and engineering budgets. Candidates are expected to hold a degree or diploma in engineering, preferably electrical or mechanical, with substantial experience in hotel or resort engineering and previous leadership responsibility. Strong knowledge of Malaysian safety regulations, environmental practices, project management, budgeting, and contractor supervision is important. The successful candidate should be practical, organised, commercially aware, and able to lead a multi-skilled team while maintaining high guest-service standards.
Shangri-La Group is a major luxury hospitality company headquartered in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and other international markets. Its portfolio includes the Shangri-La, Kerry, JEN and Traders brands. Shangri-La is known for Asian-inspired hospitality, attentive service and destination resorts, with a strong emphasis on guest comfort and local character. In Malaysia, the group operates well-established properties including Shangri-La Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa and Golden Sands Resort in Penang. These resorts cater to leisure travellers, families, weddings, conferences and corporate guests. Employees generally work in a multicultural environment with structured operating standards, training opportunities and career mobility across the wider group. Engineering leaders support both guest experience and business performance by protecting property assets, controlling energy use and ensuring safe, reliable resort operations.
Penang Island offers a strong lifestyle for hospitality professionals, combining resort employment with a lively local economy, historic George Town and easy access to beaches, food markets and nature. Job opportunities are concentrated in hotels, restaurants, tourism, healthcare, education, technology, shared services and property development. The culture is distinctly multicultural, shaped by Malay, Chinese, Indian and international communities; English is widely used in business and hospitality, while Malay is the national language. Daily life is relatively affordable compared with Kuala Lumpur, although central and beachfront housing can be costly. Public buses, ride-hailing services and private vehicles are the main transport options. Foreign employees normally need an Employment Pass sponsored and processed by their employer, with relevant immigration approvals completed before starting work. Candidates should confirm whether accommodation, relocation flights, insurance and dependent support are included. Penang’s tropical climate is hot and humid year-round, with heavier rain during monsoon periods.
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