Assistant Director of Engineering

Role summary

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The Assistant Director of Engineering supports the Director of Engineering in maintaining the hotel’s buildings, plant, equipment, utilities and life-safety systems. Requirements typically include a diploma or degree in mechanical, electrical, civil or building services engineering, relevant hotel or facilities experience, and strong knowledge of preventive maintenance, local regulations, energy management and occupational safety. The successful candidate is expected to supervise technicians, coordinate contractors, control maintenance costs, respond effectively to emergencies and keep guest areas operating safely and efficiently. Good leadership, communication, planning and problem-solving skills are essential, along with flexibility to work shifts, weekends and on-call duties.

About the employer

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a Hong Kong-founded luxury hospitality group operating hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international markets. The company is recognised for its warm Asian hospitality, high service standards and distinctive properties in city and resort destinations. Its Malaysian portfolio includes luxury hotels and resorts in locations such as Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Sabah. Shangri-La employs colleagues across guest services, food and beverage, engineering, finance, sales and other specialist departments. Engineering leaders are generally responsible for supporting reliable hotel operations, guest comfort, environmental performance and compliance with safety requirements. Benefits and working conditions vary by property, seniority and employment contract, so candidates should confirm the precise package directly with the recruiting hotel.