The Chief Engineer oversees engineering, maintenance, utilities, and building systems for Shangri-La Rasa Sayang Resort and Golden Sands Resort in Penang. Candidates should have a degree, diploma, or recognized trade qualification in mechanical, electrical, or building services engineering, together with substantial experience in hotel or resort engineering and supervisory leadership. The role requires strong knowledge of preventive maintenance, HVAC, electrical systems, plumbing, water treatment, fire protection, energy management, occupational safety, and local regulations. The successful candidate is expected to lead the engineering team, control budgets, manage contractors, respond to emergencies, maintain reliable guest facilities, and support sustainability and service-quality objectives.
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a Hong Kong-based luxury hospitality group operating hotels, resorts, and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. The company is known for premium accommodation, thoughtful Asian-inspired hospitality, and service standards built around its Shangri-La values. Its Malaysian portfolio includes major city hotels and resorts, including the Rasa Sayang Resort and Golden Sands Resort in Penang. Shangri-La typically offers structured operational environments, international brand standards, staff training, and opportunities to progress within a global hotel network. Engineering leaders support the guest experience by ensuring that rooms, restaurants, public areas, utilities, safety systems, and resort infrastructure operate efficiently, safely, and sustainably.
Penang is a Malaysian island and mainland state known for George Town’s UNESCO-listed heritage, beaches, diverse food, and lively expatriate community. Hospitality, tourism, engineering, healthcare, education, technology, manufacturing, and shared-services roles provide employment opportunities, with resorts concentrated around Batu Ferringhi. Life is generally relaxed and affordable compared with Kuala Lumpur, although housing near popular beaches can be more expensive. Malay, English, Mandarin, and several Chinese dialects are widely used. Malaysia’s tropical climate means hot, humid weather and heavy seasonal rain. Foreign employees normally need an employer-sponsored Employment Pass, and the company must complete approval and immigration procedures before work begins. Candidates should confirm whether accommodation, transport, medical cover, flights, meals, and relocation assistance are included. Bring certified qualifications, references, passport documents, and police or medical records if requested. Penang has an international airport, hospitals, schools, shopping, and good road connections to the mainland.
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