Maintenance Engineer (Hotel JEN Tanglin)

Role summary

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The Maintenance Engineer supports the safe and reliable operation of Hotel JEN Tanglin’s building systems, guestrooms, public areas, and equipment. Typical responsibilities include preventive and corrective maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, contractor coordination, and responding promptly to engineering requests. Candidates should have a relevant certificate, diploma, or technical qualification in electrical, mechanical, building services, or a related field. Practical hotel or commercial-building maintenance experience is preferred. The role requires sound knowledge of engineering systems, basic safety procedures, good problem-solving ability, and a willingness to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays. Shangri-La would expect a dependable, service-minded team member who communicates well and maintains high standards for guest comfort, safety, and operational efficiency.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a major luxury hospitality company founded in Asia, operating hotels, resorts, residences, and related businesses across many countries. Its portfolio includes the Shangri-La, Kerry, JEN, and Traders brands. The group is known for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards, and a strong focus on guest experience. Hotel JEN Tanglin Singapore is a contemporary full-service hotel located in the Tanglin and Orchard area, offering accommodation, dining, meeting facilities, leisure amenities, and convenient access to shopping and attractions. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment where teamwork, professionalism, safety, and attentive service are highly valued. Engineering colleagues play an important behind-the-scenes role by keeping facilities comfortable, compliant, and fully operational for guests and staff.

Working in Singapore

Singapore is a compact, highly developed island city with strong opportunities in hospitality, engineering, technology, finance, healthcare, and logistics. The culture is multicultural, shaped by Chinese, Malay, Indian, and international communities, with English widely used at work. Lifestyle is convenient and generally safe, supported by excellent public transport, diverse food, shopping, parks, and efficient public services. Accommodation and daily expenses can be relatively high, especially near central districts. Foreign professionals normally need an appropriate work pass, such as an Employment Pass, S Pass, or Work Permit, with the employer handling the application and eligibility assessment. New arrivals should budget for housing deposits, transport, insurance, and initial living costs. Singapore’s warm, humid climate suits outdoor activities, but newcomers should be prepared for frequent rain and year-round heat.