Assistant Chief Engineer

Role summary

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The Assistant Chief Engineer supports the Chief Engineer in managing hotel engineering, maintenance and building services. Requirements typically include a diploma or degree in electrical, mechanical, building services or a related engineering discipline, together with several years of experience in hotel, commercial or facilities maintenance. Candidates should understand preventive maintenance, air-conditioning and refrigeration, electrical systems, plumbing, fire and life-safety systems, energy management and local regulations. The role requires strong leadership, troubleshooting and communication skills, the ability to coordinate contractors and projects, and readiness to respond to operational emergencies. The successful candidate is expected to maintain safe, reliable and efficient facilities while supporting Shangri-La’s service standards and sustainability objectives.

About the employer

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong and operating hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international markets. The group is known for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards and properties ranging from urban business hotels to destination resorts. Shangri-La Singapore is a large luxury hotel set near Orchard Road, with extensive guest rooms, restaurants, event facilities, gardens and recreational amenities. Engineering teams play an important role in maintaining guest comfort, operational continuity, building safety and environmental performance across the property. The company generally values professionalism, teamwork, cultural awareness, staff development and attention to detail. An Assistant Chief Engineer can expect a structured hotel environment, collaboration with multiple departments and responsibility for supporting both day-to-day operations and longer-term maintenance improvement projects.