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Director of Engineering

Philippines Shangri-La Estimated salary: PHP 150,000–PHP 300,000 per month, potentially including service charge, bonuses, accommodation, meals, insurance, or other expatriate benefits
Role summary

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The Director of Engineering oversees all hotel engineering, maintenance, utilities, building systems, and preventive-maintenance programs. The role typically requires a degree or technical qualification in engineering, facilities management, or a related discipline, together with substantial experience in hotel or large-property operations and proven leadership of engineering teams. The successful candidate should understand HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire-life-safety systems, energy management, and local regulatory requirements. Shangri-La expects a hands-on, service-focused leader who can maintain safe and reliable facilities, control costs, manage contractors and capital projects, support sustainability initiatives, and respond effectively to operational emergencies. Strong communication, budgeting, planning, problem-solving, and team-development skills are essential.

About the employer

Shangri-La is a Hong Kong-founded luxury hospitality group operating hotels, resorts, residences, and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. Its properties are known for refined accommodation, attentive service, restaurants, wellness facilities, meetings, and leisure experiences. The company places strong emphasis on genuine hospitality, guest comfort, operational quality, colleague development, and responsible business practices. In the Philippines, Shangri-La has established a significant presence through major city hotels and resort properties, serving business travelers, families, events, and international visitors. Engineering leaders support the brand by ensuring that buildings, guest facilities, utilities, safety systems, and back-of-house operations remain dependable and compliant. Employment packages vary by property and may include service charge, meals, medical coverage, staff rates, training, and performance-related benefits.

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